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Why Chose Our Family Lawyers?
Legal Fees
The cost of your family law solicitor should not be hidden. We'll charge you £150 + VAT for your first hour consultation. We will also provide you with a letter of advice.
Success
We've got a great track record of successfully serving our family law clients not just locally but around the UK.
Our Lawyers
Our Family Law solicitors are experts in all aspects of family law from divorce and separation , high net worth and complex financial issues, children, grandparents cases, cohabitation and pre and post nuptial.
“From start to finish this company provided a professional outstanding service to myself and my family at a very difficult time. The communication was consistent throughout the process from everyone involved in our case and this reflected in the positive, successful outcome we had so desperately hoped for. ” - Nikki Yianni - Family Law Client
What to Expect
Our commitment to the resolution code of practice means that the majority of our family cases reach a settlement before they need to go to court.
We've helped clients throughout Essex to reach the best possible outcome in the very sensitive area of family law.
Great Fees
We offer an initial 1 hour consultation for a fixed fee of £150 + VAT
See What Customers Say
We've successfully worked on family law cases of all shapes and sizes
Over 50 Years' Experience
A team of specialists in each field, we're ready to offer advice and representation.
Meet the team
Kim Joseph-Charles
Solicitor
Kim embarked on her legal journey in 1986, transitioning to a specialised focus in family law upon her admittance in 1992. Renowned for her expertise in Domestic Violence cases, Kim adeptly handles Non-Molestation Orders and Occupation Orders, alongside Divorce proceedings, and complex Children Matters—including 'live with' and 'contact' orders, as well as Financial Remedy Orders.
A mentor at heart, Kim has dedicated herself to the development of emerging solicitors within the field, maintaining enduring professional relationships with many. Her commitment extends beyond the courtroom to legal clinics and Citizens Advice Bureaus, where she offers her invaluable insight and guidance.
Kim's practice is distinguished by her straightforward approach to resolving legal matters. Recognising the emotional and financial toll of family disputes, she prioritises direct communication and efficient strategies to address the core issues swiftly, preventing unnecessary expenses. This approach has earned her widespread appreciation among clients, who value her candid and cost-effective solutions.
Specialising in the nuanced area of grandparents' rights, Kim's work underscores the importance of maintaining family bonds, ensuring that grandparents play a significant role in their grandchildren's lives.
For those seeking a seasoned family law solicitor committed to delivering results with integrity and efficiency, Kim can be reached at 01277 284542. Her proven track record, coupled with a compassionate yet assertive methodology, positions her as a leading advocate in the family law sphere, making her services highly sought after for those navigating the complexities of family legal matters.
Family law & children FAQs
Examples of some typical domestic violence situations:
- My husband hit me last night.
- My ex-boyfriend has threatened to kill me.
- My ex-girlfriend telephones me at work and follows me about in the street.
- I am frightened of my husband and I want him to leave the house.
- My partner treats our children badly and they are very frightened.
- My wife says she has paid friends to get me.
- My boyfriend has smashed all the furniture in the house.
At Sanders Witherspoon LLP we will use the law to help you and your children to feel safe and secure rather than frightened or intimidated by your partner and in order to do this we will ask you to tell us if you are experiencing problems and are frightened. Once we have this information we will then be able to advise you about the protection you can get from the court and can apply for Orders to protect you.
If you need an Emergency injunction, our specialist team of Family Lawyers are willing and able to give absolute priority to your concerns and, if a court is available to hear your case, to obtain an Order within 24 hours of first speaking with you.
In cases of domestic violence, the court can make a “Non-Molestation Order” with a Power of Arrest, which gives the police the legal right to arrest anyone who disobeys the court order. The Judge will often impose a prison sentence on anyone foolish enough to break a “Non-Molestation Order”.
We know that your children may need protection as well and that you may not want them to spend time with your partner who is violent. We also know that your partner’s violence may mean that you want a separation or divorce. We can help with all of these concerns.
We can also advise you about the possibility of obtaining an Occupation Order.
We can discuss with you when we meet how much this will cost as each case varies. You will be given full details in advance of how your costs will be calculated and an estimate of our likely costs. We offer a fixed fee consultation appointment for £150.00 plus VAT which can be useful to find out what your options are and the likelihood of success.