FAMILY LAW FOR SAME-SEX COUPLES
At George Ide all our family law services are available for same-sex couples, whether you are in a civil partnership, a same-sex marriage or you have been cohabiting with your partner.
SAME-SEX MARRIAGES AND CIVIL PARTNERSHIPS
We understand that relationship breakdown and family fracture is emotional for all concerned, no matter what your situation might be. Our sensitive, approachable and experienced family law professionals will do everything possible to help you through this stressful time and their expert advice and support will guide you through the necessary legal processes to achieve your best possible outcome with the minimum of fuss.
COHABITING PARTNERS
We can advise and help with pre-nups and post-nups or, if you are not planning to marry or enter a civil partnership but would like to formalise your living-together arrangements, we can help you draw up a legal cohabitation agreement to lay firm foundations for a long and happy life together.
But if your live-in relationship is foundering, we are also on your side to help you find a mutually-beneficial conclusion.
AND IF THERE ARE CHILDREN INVOLVED?
Our expert family team specialises in matters concerning children. Our expertise and support will help identify the best way forward for you and your children, and work towards a solution that is in everyone’s best interests.
FINANCES AND PENSIONS
When it comes to finding a financial settlement that meets your needs, our George Ide colleagues have a wealth of knowledge at their fingertips, so we can call on the best available resources to offer you all-round advice that will help secure your financial future. Looking ahead, our investment team can help you manage your money efficiently, and our wider team can help with everything your new life throws at you, from making a new will to reflect your new circumstances to planning for later life with lasting powers of attorney.
If you are in a same-sex relationship and would like to discuss how any of our family law services could help you, we are on your side. Call us in confidence, at no initial cost and with no obligation, on 01243 786668, email the family law team at info@georgeide.co.uk or contact the team directly using our details as shown on this page.
Contact Our Team
For more information and to help you decide your next step, call us on 01243 786668, email the family law team at info@georgeide.co.uk or contact the team directly using our details as shown on this page.
Client Testimonials
Alice was amazing from start to finish, gave me accurate and sound advice. She always kept my expectations to a realistic level, and I would recommend her to anyone in a similar position to me, a credit to George Ide solicitors. I always felt I was dealing with a friend not just a solicitor.
Garry Sherrington
Alice Leadbeatter
Dear Alice, thank you for your professionalism, kindness and guidance. It has been an emotional rollercoaster. We feel you have been a shining star in our lives. Alice, you are great asset to your chosen profession and to George Ide LLP. We are privileged to have had you on board.
Viv Menecier
Alice Leadbeatter
I would like to mention my solicitor, Alice Leadbeatter. I have received such great, professional service from her throughout my case. Alice has been so patient and shown enormous empathy towards my situation. I feel I get good, honest advice from her and I feel I definitely have made the right choice of solicitor.
Sharon Miles
Alice Leadbeatter
I can enthusiastically recommend Alice Leadbeatter/George Ide. I was extremely grateful for the clarity of her communications and for demystifying many of the processes. Alice was prompt in her replies and very professional – both of which were appreciated in navigating a difficult time.
Jennifer Hudson
Alice Leadbeatter
Alice has always replied promptly to emails/telephone calls. She was extremely helpful and made the whole process go smoothly. I would definitely recommend her to anyone thinking of a divorce.
Nuala Field
Alice Leadbeatter
Dear Alice. The right sound legal support from yourself has made such a difference to me. Thank you Alice, I have always trusted your advice and couldn’t have asked for more from you.
Shari Miles
Alice Leadbeatter
Alice provided an exceptional service throughout the year and a half that I used her. She worked tirelessly on my behalf while I went through an extremely painful divorce and child separation issues. As well as her diligence and hard work, she demonstrated a compassion towards me, and a human side that showed that she truly cared about my situation. She has been exemplary in every way throughout the time that I have required her services. I recommend her to anyone, particularly anyone going through a painful legal process that requires an empathetic lawyer who treats you like a friend. She was also very good at explaining complex legal issues succinctly, which was incredibly helpful.
Sam Mellor
Alice Leadbeatter
Alice was reassuring, kind, easy to talk to, very clear in her advice and very efficient. What more does anyone need?
Julia Burchell
Alice Leadbeatter
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