Family law issues can be stressful and often involve important decisions about your future, finances and children. Getting clear legal advice at an early stage can help you understand your position and make confident, informed decisions about what to do next.
Our family solicitors in Manchester advise individuals and families on divorce, separation, children law matters, financial settlements, care proceedings and a wide range of other family law issues.
We understand that every family’s circumstances are different. Our approach is therefore centered around you, taking the time to understand your situation, your concerns and the outcome you are hoping to achieve.
As accredited members of Resolution, we are committed to approaching family disputes constructively and avoiding unnecessary confrontation wherever possible, while making sure your interests are properly represented.
If you have questions about your legal position or are unsure about your next steps, speaking to a family solicitor can provide valuable clarity.
Call us on 0161 300 2128 or email hello@fmtsolicitors.co.uk to arrange an initial appointment.
Our experienced family law team advises on a broad range of matters, from helping you understand your options following a relationship breakdown to representing you in more complex Family Court proceedings.
We can help with:
Whatever brings you to us, we will provide straightforward advice without unnecessary legal jargon. We will make sure you understand your options, the potential implications and the steps involved before deciding how you want to proceed.
The end of a marriage or relationship can create uncertainty about many areas of your life. Alongside the divorce itself, you may need to consider your home, finances, pensions and future arrangements for your children.
Our divorce solicitors in Manchester can support you throughout the process, explaining each stage clearly and helping you understand the decisions that need to be made.
Whenever circumstances allow, we aim to help couples resolve matters through constructive discussion and negotiation. This can reduce conflict and help keep the process proportionate. Where an agreement cannot be reached, we can advise you about court proceedings and provide representation when necessary.
Our focus throughout is on helping you reach a fair and practical outcome that gives you greater certainty for the future.
Finalising a divorce does not necessarily resolve the financial relationship between former spouses. Dealing properly with finances following separation can therefore be an important step in protecting your future position.
Our family solicitors can provide advice about:
We will help you understand the financial position, identify the assets and issues that need to be considered and advise you on what a fair settlement may look like in your circumstances.
Where possible, we will work towards an agreement without unnecessary conflict. If negotiations do not result in a suitable resolution, we can represent your interests and guide you through the appropriate legal process.
Couples who live together without marrying or entering into a civil partnership can have different legal rights when a relationship ends. This can create uncertainty, particularly where property, finances or jointly owned assets are involved.
Our family law team can advise on cohabitation agreements, property ownership and financial disputes between unmarried couples, helping you understand your rights and the options available in your circumstances.
When parents separate, decisions may need to be made about where children will live, how they will spend time with each parent and how important aspects of their upbringing will be handled.
Our children law solicitors in Manchester help parents understand their legal position and work towards arrangements that are practical for the family while keeping the children’s welfare at the centre of discussions.
We can advise on:
Where appropriate, we encourage parents to reach arrangements through constructive discussion rather than court proceedings. However, where agreement is not possible or there are concerns about a child’s welfare, we can assist with court applications and represent you throughout the process.
Social services involvement can be a worrying experience for any parent or family member. If a Local Authority has raised concerns about your child’s welfare, obtaining specialist legal advice as soon as possible can help you understand what is happening and how you should respond.
Our family solicitors support parents and others with parental responsibility throughout the different stages of Local Authority involvement, including child protection processes, pre-proceedings and care proceedings.
We will explain the process and the concerns being raised, help you prepare for meetings and make sure your views and circumstances are properly represented.
Parents and those with parental responsibility involved in certain care proceedings may be eligible for Legal Aid without a means assessment. We can advise you about eligibility and funding at the outset.
If you are experiencing domestic abuse or believe that you or your children may be at risk, legal measures may be available to help protect you.
Our family law team provides confidential and sensitive advice about urgent family law applications, including:
We understand that contacting a solicitor in these circumstances may feel difficult. We will listen carefully, treat your situation with sensitivity and discretion, and explain the legal options that may be available to help protect you and your family.
Dealing with a family law matter can involve important decisions with long-term consequences. Having a solicitor who explains things clearly and understands what you are trying to achieve can make the process easier to navigate.
Our family law team provides practical, approachable support. We will make sure you understand your legal position, talk you through the different options available and provide advice that reflects your individual circumstances.
When working with us, you can expect:
Our aim is to resolve matters through agreement wherever possible, while ensuring your interests remain properly protected if a more formal approach is required.
You do not need to know exactly what you want to do before seeking legal advice. An early conversation with a solicitor can help you understand your rights, identify the issues that need to be addressed and make more informed decisions about your next steps.
Our family solicitors in Manchester can discuss your situation, answer your initial questions and explain how we may be able to help.
Call us on 0161 300 2128 or email hello@fmtsolicitors.co.uk to arrange an initial appointment with our family law team.
