Family and Matrimonial Archives | Sills & Betteridge Solicitors

Case Study - Care Proceedings

As part of the Emergency Team we deal with some complicated Childrens Services cases, where sadly children are taken into care for various reasons. I think one of the most memorable cases I have been involved in is when I was called one Friday last December around 5pm from the Local Authority to say that a child was severely poorly in hospital.

Safe Space for victims of domestic abuse

Victims of domestic abuse are now able to access Safe Spaces at Boots, Superdrug and Morrisons Pharmacies where they can contact specialist domestic abuse services for support and advice.

Lockdown Diary of an Emergency Family Law Team (Excerpt 2)

Sarah Nicholas is a Paralegal in Chrystal Theofanous’s team. Last week, she helped a variety of clients experiencing different types of Domestic Abuse.

Proposed new Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill to end the ‘Blame Game’ for divorcing couples

The new Bill would reform the current divorce laws and, amongst other things, allow a divorcing couple to jointly apply for a divorce. This in particular would be a welcome change to reduce the conflict during the legal process, make it less traumatic, and encourage a common sense approach.

Lockdown Diary of an Emergency Family Law Team (Excerpt 1)

For Chrystal Theofanous, life during lockdown has been every bit as busy and varied as ever. In addition to helping domestic abuse victims, she deals with child abduction and Local Authority care matters. Here she gives the first in a series of insights into the (replace with ‘her’) work she and her team do.

Divorce During Lockdown

Going through a divorce or separation is stressful in normal circumstances, but with the current situation surrounding COVID-19, many couples are facing even greater struggles. Whether you have already started the divorce process or have come to the difficult decision during this period of lockdown, we understand the importance of being available to advise, reassure and support you.