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Lockdown and Divorce

The coronavirus pandemic has affected each of us differently, and understandably, the lockdowns and restrictions have put an enormous strain on married and cohabiting couples.

When a relationship breaks down, this can be an extremely distressing time for all considered, and the decision to separate or divorce isn’t one that is made lightly. You will want expert advice from a family solicitor who has experience dealing with sensitive matters efficiently and professionally.

Initial telephone options appointment

Our expert Family Law team are here to take the worry off your hands. We provide an initial telephone options appointment to discuss funding for your circumstances. Please call 0330 333 2613 for a no obligation, initial discussion or email enquiries@elliotmather.co.uk and we will call you back.

Have the lockdown restrictions been the cause of divorce?

Lockdown has meant that couples have had to spend almost all of their time together, which has the potential to put a strain on any relationship. For some couples this has been a positive experience, bringing them closer together. Unfortunately, for an increasing amount of couples, this has not been the case.

That being said, in many cases, the lockdown restrictions haven’t necessarily caused a divorce, but has amplified any negative feelings that were felt before the lockdown began.

Our team appreciate that the breakdown of a relationship is a difficult and distressing time for all concerned, and because of this, you will receive expert and sympathetic advice from our team of family solicitors.

Getting a divorce during a pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has permanently altered the way we live and work. At Elliot Mather, we have remained fully operational with the ability to assist both new and existing clients with a broad range of family matters.

Our remote working capability allows us to meet with clients via video conferencing apps and telephone communication which are completely confidential to allow our clients to speak freely.

How we can help

Our dedicated team are committed to resolving all issues relating to your case, as swiftly and with as little confrontation as possible. This is an approach that will help limit the damage to you and your family, emotionally and financially.

The level of help you would like from us is entirely up to you. For further information, please contact us.

Funding your case

For most matters we provide fixed fees or transparent hourly rates. You will always know of any costs up front and we will keep you updated if anything changes.

If you are concerned that you may not be able to afford legal advice, then you may be eligible for legal aid funding from the government in specific and limited circumstances.

Location

Our Solicitors can provide expert advice across the country with a network of offices based in: Chesterfield, Derby, Mansfield and Nottingham.

How to get in contact

Our team are on hand to help you and can assist wherever you are based. Please call us on 0330 333 2613 for a no-obligation, initial discussion or email enquiries@elliotmather.co.uk and we will call or email you back.

Family

Julie Skill

LLP Member and Head of Department

Specialism's

Julie has practised family law since 1989 and she is Head of Family Law based at Elliot Mather’s Chesterfield office.

Her interest in family law originated from 5 years working as a court clerk for Chesterfield County Court. Julie initially joined the firm as a paralegal before becoming a Member of the Institute of Legal Executives in 1994 and later qualifying as a solicitor.

Julie is also an accredited family mediator.

Julie advises on pre-nuptial agreements and if the worst happens and a relationship does fail, she handles all aspects of that relationship breakdown including issues relating to children, finances and domestic abuse in an efficient and practical manner.

A large proportion of Julie's workload comes from personal recommendations.

Areas of interest and experience

Drafting thorough and comprehensive pre-nuptial or cohabitation agreements to provide for the unfortunate breakdown of relationships
Acting for the husband or the wife in the breakdown of a marriage or civil partnership to agree an acceptable solution to issues of a financial nature including lump sums, property adjustment orders, pension sharing and attachment orders as well as maintenance (both for a spouse and children)
Advising company directors, or their spouse, on the financial settlements – which are usually complicated by the requirement for a valuation of the business or director’s shareholding and pension rights
Divorce or relationship breakdown, where there is substantial property holdings – often including properties overseas.
Advising on the treatment of inherited assets in divorce, particularly in farming families where a farm may be jointly owned with siblings
Supporting clients in situations of domestic violence
Advising parents regarding arrangements for their children including where the children should live and how much time they should spend with the other parent.
Advising parents where either they or their former partner want to take children to live either outside or England and Wales or elsewhere in the UK.

Professional memberships & pro bono

Julie is a Resolution accredited specialist solicitor in the areas of financial provision, private law children work and domestic abuse and an accredited family mediator. Resolution (www.resolution.org.uk) campaigns for the improvement of family law and the family justice system and is committed to developing and promoting the highest standards of practice.

Julie is listed as a Leading Lawyer by Wiselaw