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High Court Judge recommends “serious settlement discussions”

One of the most senior family judges in the High Court has recently described divorce litigation as a “boxing match” at the beginning of a…

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Helping manage emotions in Divorce

Many couples who are facing the prospect of a divorce or separation believe that it is the legalities of the situation that need to be…

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What went wrong?

Surrey family specialist solicitor, Lewis Hulatt, consultant with Major Family Law, the divorce and family law specialists, comments as follows: I have lost count of…

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Maintenance is not a “meal ticket for life”

As has been widely reported in the press, the Court of Appeal has rejected the challenge of Tracey Wright, the ex-wife of racehorse surgeon Ian…

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Relocation, Relocation, Relocation

Rebecca Savage, family solicitor with Major Family Law, the best divorce and family law niche specialist solicitors, Newcastle comments in an ever shrinking world, it’s…

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St Valentine’s Day Blues

Our Consultant solicitor based in Guildford, Surrey, Lewis Hulatt, of Major Family Law, specialist divorce and family lawyers comments it is the week for commercialisation of romance…

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Seven Grandparents Apply Every Day to Court to See Grandchildren

Simon Hughes, the Justice Minister, has confirmed in a written parliamentary answer that last year there were seven applications a day by grandparents for a…

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Divorce Can Cost £2,100 p/a In Lost Retirement Income

According to the insurer Prudential, people planning to retire this year who have previously been divorced will be taking an average hit of £2,100 per…

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A fool for a client?

Lewis Hulatt, family consultant solicitor with Major Family Law who is based in Surrey, formerly of Wellers Hedley, Surrey, comments as follows: There is a pearl…

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Arbitration Scheme for Children cases to be launched in July 2016

Our children and family law specialist female lawyer, Rebecca Savage of Major Family Law, top North East niche family law specialists, states Resolution has confirmed…

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Second reading of No Fault Divorce Bill due to take place in March

Rebecca Savage, Solicitor with Major Family Law, the North East’s best divorce and family law specialists, states on 11th March 2016 the second reading of…

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Can Living on the Costas Cost Your Marriage?

The world is getting smaller, international travel and work are more accessible and people generally are much more international. It has become increasingly common for…

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“Hugely impressed by Joanne Major’s drive, vision, and meticulous attention to detail”

I’ve always been hugely impressed by Joanne Major’s drive, vision, and meticulous attention to detail. I’m not surprised, therefore, that Joanne and her dedicated team of lawyers and support staff have rapidly gained recognition as one of the most forward-looking, innovative, client-focussed family practices in the country.

JR

Former Family Law Barrister

“A wealth of collaborative experience”

Joanne Major has a wealth of collaborative experience. Her delivery is strong and confident with a no nonsense approach that I came to trust. This is invaluable when clarity and action is required. Major Family Law were highly recommended to me and I would have no hesitation to pass that recommendation on.

Christine Nugent

Managing Director, Business Travel

“Family lawyer of high calibre and drive”

Having worked with Joanne Major at a large commercial firm some years ago, I am aware she is a family lawyer of high calibre and drive. During a short period of time she has put together an excellent team of intelligent, approachable lawyers who deliver first rate family law services to clients. We as a firm are happy to recommend them.

Paul McGowan

Principal Solicitor, Collingwood Legal

“Both knowledgeable and approachable family lawyers”

We are happy to endorse the services provided by Joanne Major and the team at Major Family Law, Ponteland. We have a number of mutual clients who speak very highly of them. They are both knowledgeable and approachable family lawyers who are clearly client focussed.

Andrew Morgan

Partner, Nicholson & Morgan

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