Family
We offer expert advice on the legal and financial implications of a relationship breakdown and assistance to you to find a lasting solution for you and your family at this stressful time.
Overview
FM&C Solicitors offers a comprehensive range of Family Law services.
If your marriage or relationship is in difficulties, or you are not sure whether to separate or whether your separation is likely to be permanent, or even if you are in dispute with a former partner concerning your children, FM&C can advise you as to your rights and the options that are available to you. The end of a relationship or the breakup of a marriage can be a stressful time for all parties involved. You may be concerned about your current financial and property arrangements and how this will affect any children you may have. You will also be concerned about the costs of a separation or divorce. As Solicitors, we are duty bound to treat in confidence all matters that you discuss with us.
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What We Do
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At FM&C Solicitors, we adopt the Resolution Code of Conduct and we will endeavour to avoid the animosity and adversity that such disputes can involve and to guide you towards the most amicable solution to your problems. The Family Department offer a comprehensive service with competitive prices and a sympathetic ear. So, what does this really mean?
Initial Fixed Fee Consultation with a Family Lawyer
We offer an initial fixed-fee interview for up to an hour.
We also offer fixed fees for undefended divorces.
We can also advise you on mediation, including what it involves, whether it is likely to help you, whether you have to participate. If appropriate, we can refer you to a suitable mediator.
Our services include the following:
Advice regarding mediation
Divorce – Fixed Fee Divorce is available
Separation – where you choose not to proceed with divorce at this stage or where you have not been married
Civil partnerships dissolution
Co-habitation disputes (splitting up from your partner when you are not married)
Financial and property settlements
Variation of existing maintenance orders
Disputes as to residence, contact and other issues concerning children
Child support
Pre-nuptial agreements
Protection from domestic abuse
Change of name
Testimonials
Thank you for all your help and support at this difficult time for our family. It has made all the difference.
Mrs. D
Mrs. L
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Tanya Norley
Family Solicitor
Tanya is a Family Solicitor within Fairhurst Menuhin & Co having qualified in December 2022. Tanya has experience in most areas of family law to include divorce, financial arrangements, separation agreements, cohabitation agreements, private children act applications and family law act applications.
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Outside of work, Tanya enjoys travelling to new places, reading and attending venues with live music.
Tanya Norley
Family Solicitor
Tanya is a Family Solicitor within Fairhurst Menuhin & Co having qualified in December 2022. Tanya has experience in most areas of family law to include divorce, financial arrangements, separation agreements, cohabitation agreements, private children act applications and family law act applications.
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Outside of work, Tanya enjoys travelling to new places, reading and attending venues with live music.
Tariq M. Ahmad
Partner / FCILEx
Tariq is a highly respected legal professional and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (FCILEx). With over two decades of experience in the legal field, Tariq has established himself as an expert in civil litigation and family law.
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Having represented client’s and children at court, he regularly works on divorces, pre and post nuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, deeds of trust, advises on issues of ownership of property and issues concerning the time children spend with each of their parents.
Prior to his career in the law profession, Tariq worked in the engineering and construction sector and particularly in the lift industry, so he has a unique background, and this enables him to have insight of his client’s professional background and business activities.
Throughout his career in the law profession, Tariq has been committed to providing exceptional legal services, use plain English, advocating for clients with diligence and integrity. He has also been actively involved in mentoring aspiring legal professionals and contributing to various legal education initiatives.
Outside of work, Tariq continues to play cricket and is an ECB qualified coach, a keen rugby union fan (sadly watching only these days), and tends to his six goats and daughter’s horse.
Tariq M. Ahmad
Partner / FCILEx
Tariq is a highly respected legal professional and Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (FCILEx). With over two decades of experience in the legal field, Tariq has established himself as an expert in civil litigation and family law.
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Having represented client’s and children at court, he regularly works on divorces, pre and post nuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, deeds of trust, advises on issues of ownership of property and issues concerning the time children spend with each of their parents.
Prior to his career in the law profession, Tariq worked in the engineering and construction sector and particularly in the lift industry, so he has a unique background, and this enables him to have insight of his client’s professional background and business activities.
Throughout his career in the law profession, Tariq has been committed to providing exceptional legal services, use plain English, advocating for clients with diligence and integrity. He has also been actively involved in mentoring aspiring legal professionals and contributing to various legal education initiatives.
Outside of work, Tariq continues to play cricket and is an ECB qualified coach, a keen rugby union fan (sadly watching only these days), and tends to his six goats and daughter’s horse.
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