WE ARE SPECIALIST DIVORCE LAWYERS AND EXPERTS IN ALL ASPECTS OF FAMILY LAW INCLUDING FINANCIAL CLAIMS, CHILDREN ACT DISPUTES AND MAINTENANCE ISSUES.
Family and relationship issues can vary widely, both in nature and complexity.
Our highly regarded team in Bury St Edmunds are all qualified expert lawyers who have in-depth legal and practical expertise in all aspects of family and relationship disputes and provide legal advice to individuals, business owners, farmers, entrepreneurs, and families both nationally and internationally.
We understand that family issues are acutely personal and sometimes very difficult to resolve. We are committed to dealing with each case thoughtfully, sensitively and empathetically whilst also giving you robust and realistic representation striving to ensure the best possible outcome for you (and your family).
Our team are recognised as experts in their field in both Chambers & Partners and the Legal 500 where they are ranked as Band 1 and Tier 2 respectively.
Our expert family law solicitors can assist with the following:
- Divorce
- Separation
- Children Matters
- Child Arrangements Orders
- Contact
- Live With Orders
- Residence
- Specific Issue Orders
- Prohibited Steps Orders
- Cohabitation
- Living Together Agreements
- Cohabitation Agreements
- Declarations of Trust
- Disputes under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996
- Common Intention Constructive Trust claims
- Disputes in respect of property
- Equitable Accounting
- Finances
- Financial remedies in Divorce
- Schedule 1 Children Act 1989 claims
- Financial Provision claims for children
- Settlement of Property Orders
- Lump Sum Orders
- Top Up Orders for Children
- Child Support
- Maintenance claims
- Collaborative Law
- Family Mediation
- Nuptial Agreements
- Pre Nuptial Agreements
- Post Nuptial Agreements
- Resolution Together
Our specialist lawyers recognise that the best arrangements are made willingly between the adults involved, rather than being imposed by the family court. Our team advise clients on their options and encourage them to ensure that the other party receives expert, independent advice. With both parties fully informed, parties are encouraged to reach an agreement that they are both happy with and will stand by. We have links with mediators, counsellors and other professionals that can help clients to reach an agreement without incurring unnecessary legal fees.
Our team have considerable experience in litigating Children Act disputes including cases involving:
- Domestic Abuse
- Coercive Control
- Economic Abuse
- Physical and Sexual abuse
- Alienation
- Concurrent criminal investigations and proceedings
- Fact finding hearings
- Leave to remove from the jurisdiction
Our team provide advice on what should be covered in a Cohabitation Agreement. If a Cohabitation Agreement has not been entered into then our team can advise clients on their entitlement and try to encourage an agreement.
The expert team have considerable experience in proceedings under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 including claims in respect of a beneficial interest in property arising under trusts law including common intention constructive trusts.
We have successfully acted in many cases for Financial Provision for children under Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989 including obtaining costs allowance orders and excellent outcomes for our clients.
Our lawyers view court proceedings to be a last resort, but where there is no other option then they will always give you practical and honest advice.
Melanie Pilmer, Partner and Stuart Hughes are both Collaborative Family Lawyers.
Melanie Pilmer is also trained in the Resolution together model and Melanie works with couples who agree to work together to resolve their problems without going to Court. This includes the process of divorce and resolution of children and financial issues.
The breakdown of a relationship is never easy, so when the worst happens and you find that divorce or separation is inevitable, what do you do? Some couples are able to resolve the issues that arise between themselves. Others find, understandably, that they need more detailed advice on the procedures of divorce or perhaps more importantly on resolving children issues and finances. Stuart Hughes, Melanie Pilmer and Emma Alfieri, are all members of Resolution and committed to resolving matters in accordance with the Resolution code of conduct.
Mediation is a voluntary process to find a way of resolving difficulties within families. It can involve a separating couple meeting with a mediator to discuss matters, such as arrangements for their children and finances.
Divorce can be unpredictable and expensive so, a Nuptial Agreement (post and pre) can be of considerable benefit and provide both parties a degree of certainty. A Nuptial Agreement will have a substantial impact on the Judge’s decision in many cases, providing they meet certain criteria. Our team of lawyers regularly assist clients across East Anglia and London as well as further afield.
Resolution Together is a way of working where you and your former partner agree to work with one solicitor who will provide you with the help and assistance that you need to reach an outcome together. Once your circumstances are reviewed and this process is agreed to be the best approach, legal advice is provided to you jointly focusing on the best interests of the family.
At all levels we find the team to be very professional, thorough and committed to providing a first-class outcome.
Chambers UK 2024
Right from the start Greene & Greene produced clear, comprehensive details of how they operate, managed expectations and made an outline plan. They are warm and efficient whilst oozing professionalism.
Legal 500 (UK) 2023
Take a look at our Review Solicitors page for independent reviews of our teams.
Our team is based in Bury St Edmunds but can assist clients across the country. Please contact us or complete the enquiry form below.
Please note, unfortunately, we do not offer Legal Aid.
