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Family Law

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the grounds for divorce?
What sort of orders can the divorce court make?
What is an uncontested divorce and how long does it take?
How much does a divorce cost?
Can I change my child’s surname?
Can Social Services remove my child into “care”, and if so on what grounds?
How is harm defined in care cases? 
Can I get legal aid if Social Services are planning to remove my child?

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  • Family Law
    • Can I change my child’s surname?
    • Can I get legal aid if Social Services are planning to remove my child?
    • Can Social Services remove my child into “care”, and if so on what grounds?
    • How is harm defined in care cases?
    • How much does a divorce cost?
    • What are the grounds for divorce?
    • What is an uncontested divorce and how long does it take?
    • What sort of orders can the divorce courts make?
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