Family Law Solicitors in Norwich

Finances on divorce can often be resolved through negotiation once each party has received independent legal advice, using methods such as mediation, solicitor-led discussions, or round table meetings. Financial settlements may involve the division of property, pensions, savings, investments, business interests, and ongoing financial support, depending on the circumstances of the case. Where agreement is reached, a legally binding Consent Order can be approved by the court to provide certainty and prevent future financial claims. If matters cannot be agreed, or there are concerns about financial disclosure, hidden assets, or complex wealth structures, Hatch Brenner’s private family law solicitors can apply for a Financial Remedy Order and represent you throughout the process, providing clear, strategic advice tailored to your financial circumstances and long-term interests.

A Financial Remedy Order is a court order dealing with financial matters following divorce or separation. This may include property, pensions, businesses, savings, cryptocurrency, maintenance, or other financial assets.

A Child Arrangements Order is a court order that sets out where a child will live and how much time they will spend with each parent or family member.

Fathers usually have parental responsibility if they are married to the child’s mother or named on the birth certificate. In some cases, parental responsibility can also be obtained through agreement or court order.

Parents should not prevent contact without good reason. If disputes arise regarding child arrangements or safety concerns, legal advice should be sought as early as possible.

Relocating with a child, particularly abroad, requires the agreement of everyone with parental responsibility or permission from the court.

Yes. Grandparents may be able to apply to the court for permission to seek contact arrangements where informal agreements are not possible.

A pre or post-nuptial agreement records how assets would be treated if a relationship ended.

These agreements can help protect family wealth, businesses, inheritances, and assets owned before marriage.

Unmarried couples do not have the same legal protections as married couples or civil partners.

Rights often depend on property ownership, financial contributions, and any agreements that are already in place.

A separation agreement is a written document setting out arrangements following the breakdown of a relationship, including finances, property, and child arrangements.

It can help provide clarity and stability while reducing the risk of future disputes.

The court can make urgent orders to protect individuals and children experiencing domestic abuse.

These may include Non-Molestation Orders to prevent harassment or unwanted contact and Occupation Orders dealing with who can remain in the family home.

Not always. Many family law matters are resolved through negotiation, mediation, or collaborative approaches without the need for contested court proceedings.

Our solicitors are members of Resolution and so endeavour to help clients reach amicable agreements where possible.  We will advise you on the most appropriate approach based on your circumstances.

Pensions, business interests, savings, investments, and other assets may all form part of a financial settlement on divorce. The court will consider a range of factors when deciding what is fair, including the length of the marriage, the needs of each party, and the welfare of any children. Hatch Brenner’s family law solicitors advise on complex financial matters, including high-net-worth cases, pension sharing, business valuations, financial disclosure, and hidden assets, helping clients achieve fair and practical outcomes.

A Consent Order is a legally binding court order that records the financial agreement reached between divorcing parties. Without a Consent Order, financial claims can sometimes remain open long after the divorce has been finalised. Hatch Brenner’s family law solicitors prepare and submit Consent Orders to the court, helping clients achieve certainty, protect assets, and reduce the risk of future disputes or claims.

When parents cannot agree on important decisions affecting a child, the court may be asked to intervene. A Specific Issue Order allows the court to decide matters such as schooling, medical treatment, religious upbringing, relocation, or international travel. A Prohibited Steps Order prevents certain actions from being taken without the court’s permission, such as removing a child from the country or changing schools. Hatch Brenner’s family law solicitors provide urgent advice where court intervention may be required to protect a child’s welfare.

Yes. Although unmarried couples do not have the same legal rights as married couples, they can take steps to protect their interests through Cohabitation Agreements or Living Together Agreements. These agreements can clarify ownership of property, financial contributions, shared assets, and responsibilities during the relationship. Hatch Brenner’s private family law solicitors advise cohabiting couples on their legal position and prepare agreements designed to reduce uncertainty and avoid future disputes.

Yes. Court proceedings are not always necessary or appropriate in family law matters. Hatch Brenner’s family law team supports clients through a range of alternative dispute resolution methods, including mediation, solicitor-led negotiation, arbitration, and round table meetings. These approaches can often help families reach practical agreements more quickly, privately, and cost-effectively while reducing conflict and preserving important family relationships.

Yes. Grandparents and other family members can, in some circumstances, apply to the Family Court for arrangements to spend time with a child. The court will always consider what is in the child’s best interests. Hatch Brenner’s family law solicitors advise grandparents, aunts, uncles, siblings, and other relatives on contact arrangements, Child Arrangements Orders, and Special Guardianship Orders, helping families find constructive solutions that support the child’s wellbeing and family relationships.