Business Details
16 Years
experience
Specialist Family Law and Divorce Solicitors in Cumbria
We are specialist family lawyers and divorce solicitors operating across Cumbria, with offices in Carlisle, Workington, and Penrith. Established in 2010, our firm is authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority, ensuring the highest standards of legal practice. Our team of accredited specialists provides expert advice on all aspects of family law, including divorce, child arrangements, financial settlements, and domestic abuse cases. We prioritise client welfare, offering flexible funding options such as fixed fees, legal aid, and litigation loans to ensure accessible legal support.Our LEXCEL-approved services combine extensive experience with a commitment to protecting clients' interests during complex family law matters. We maintain transparency in all dealings, with clear communication and a focus on achieving practical, client-centred solutions. Our directors, Paul Airey, David Williams, and Helen Moran, lead a dedicated team with decades of combined experience in Cumbria's legal landscape.
Services
Divorce and Dissolution
Child Arrangements
Financial Arrangements
Domestic Abuse
Variation and Enforcement
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Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We are accredited specialists in family law with extensive regional experience
- We offer LEXCEL-approved services meeting rigorous quality standards
- Our flexible funding includes legal aid, fixed fees, and litigation loans
- We provide dedicated support for complex divorce and child arrangement cases
- Our team includes directors with over 20 years' combined Cumbria legal expertise
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
Services
Divorce and Dissolution
We provide expert legal guidance for divorce and civil partnership dissolution cases. Our specialists handle asset division, spousal maintenance, and complex international divorce matters. With offices in Carlisle, Workington, and Penrith, we offer tailored solutions for clients across Cumbria.
Child Arrangements
Our team specialises in child custody and visitation rights, ensuring children's best interests remain central. We assist with parenting plans, relocation disputes, and emergency child protection cases throughout Cumbria's family courts.
Financial Arrangements
We advise on financial settlements during divorce, including property division, pension sharing, and maintenance calculations. Our solicitors handle high-value asset cases and complex business valuation matters across Cumbria.
Domestic Abuse
We offer urgent legal protection for domestic abuse victims, including non-molestation and occupation orders. Our specialists provide sensitive support for emergency injunction applications in Cumbria's courts.
Variation and Enforcement
Our solicitors assist with modifying existing court orders and enforcing compliance with child maintenance, contact arrangements, and financial settlements through Cumbria's family law system.
People
Paul Airey
Director
Paul Airey is a specialist family law solicitor with over 15 years' experience in Cumbria. He focuses on complex divorce cases and financial settlements, maintaining a client-centred approach to legal representation.
David Williams
Director
David Williams specialises in child arrangement disputes and domestic abuse cases. With extensive Cumbria court experience, he provides clear legal guidance while prioritising clients' emotional wellbeing during family law proceedings.
Helen Moran
Director
Helen Moran focuses on financial settlements and pre-nuptial agreements. As a Cumbria-based family law specialist, she combines technical expertise with practical advice to achieve fair outcomes for clients.
Joel Potts
Solicitor
Joel Potts handles divorce proceedings and child custody matters across Cumbria. He works closely with clients to navigate family law complexities while maintaining a compassionate approach to legal representation.
Lisa Hewitt
Solicitor
Lisa Hewitt specialises in domestic abuse cases and emergency protection orders. She provides dedicated support for vulnerable clients throughout Cumbria's family court system with sensitivity and legal expertise.
Questions
What areas of family law do you specialise in?
We specialise in divorce, child arrangements, financial settlements, domestic abuse protection, and enforcement of court orders across Cumbria.
Do you offer legal aid for family law cases?
Yes, we provide legal aid for eligible clients in family law matters including domestic abuse and child arrangement disputes.
What funding options are available?
We offer fixed fees, litigation loans, and legal aid alongside traditional hourly rates to suit different client needs and budgets.
Are your solicitors regulated by professional bodies?
Yes, we're regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (registration 567316) and maintain LEXCEL practice management standards.
Can you handle urgent family law matters?
We provide emergency assistance for domestic abuse cases and urgent child protection issues through Cumbria's court system.
