If you are considering divorce proceedings we are able to provide a 30 minute free consultancy.  This friendly no-obligation conversation will help you understand the main legal and personal considerations. These include dealing with the grounds for divorce, property, financial matters and children.

Give us a call today to book your appointment on 08444 127 899 (local call rate) mentioning our consultancy offer. Alternatively, use the contact form on our web site’s contact page.

Breakdown of a relationship is a very stressful and upsetting time. We deal with divorces of all sizes in a professional and caring manner. The consequences of separation and then divorce can often be very complex. It is a time that you will need a wide range of legal advice, from property and estate planning to specialist family matters, especially if children under 16 are involved. Pearcelegal will bring a breadth of understanding and empathy to your situation, helping you deal with the pain and practical issues step by step.

We have considerable knowledge in family law and can advise, for example, on issues such as contact with children and handling local authorities. You can rest assured that everything we do is done in the strictest confidence. We also have considerable expertise in the area of providing for children with disabilities. This is a particularly sensitive and challenging area for all concerned. We can help you set up care provision, independent living, and provide support on matters such as trusts, guardianship and more.

We have expertise in dealing with a wide variety of issues relating to divorce and family matters, including:  separation, parental responsibility, ancillary relief, access, contact, financial settlement, family court, divorce petition, form ‘A’, relate, relationships, pension, matrimonial, property, child maintenance, judicial separation, unmarried partners, cohabitation, pre-nuptial agreements, living together, grounds for divorce.

Grounds for Divorce

There are two types of Divorce Petition, a petition that is based on periods of separation and Divorce Petitions based on allegations of unreasonable behaviour, but there are five so called grounds for divorce:-

1)Two-Year Separation With Consent
You have been separated for 2 years and your spouse agrees to divorce

2)Five-Year Separation
You have been separated for 5 years

3)Desertion
Your spouse deserted you more than 2 years ago and you have no information on their whereabouts

5)Adultery
Your spouse has committed adultery and you find it intolerable to live together

If you believe that you can prove one of the grounds above, please contact us on 01212 702701 to discuss your situation in more detail.  We are happy to offer an initial free 30 minutes consultation.

Introducing the work of Diana Pearce – assisting the elderly

We act for many elderly clients in legal matters. However we find that some need confidential help with day to day paperwork and other issues, perhaps because their families live a long way away. Often these matters do not merit spending money on legal costs, but still require attention. It can be a real challenge telephoning large organisations or dealing with local authorities!

We are therefore pleased to introduce Diana Pearce [wife of the senior partner, Graham] who runs a separate business offering the following services at the home of clients:

• Dealing with personal and business correspondence
• Sorting and filing of personal papers
• Payment of  bills
• Dealing with utilities, DWP and benefit agencies, etc.
• Completing official forms
• Arranging help and care at home
• Acting as an advocate when dealing with health professionals or care agencies
• Visiting regularly to check that the needs of a vulnerable person are being met

No legal or financial advice is offered by this business, but clients are advised when appropriate professionals need to be consulted.

If you or your family or friends might benefit from the above, please telephone us on 0121 270 2705 or 07815 988143 and we will arrange for Diana Pearce to get in touch with you.

Please use the form below to explain your legal situation, to help us determine whether you might have a legal case. We will be happy to discuss this matter further with you.
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A Basic Guide to Purchasing a Property

1. Find a Property

When you have found a property, call us for a conveyancing cost estimate and check your budget.

2. Instruct us

Your property will be your most expensive purchase, make sure you instruct a reputable firm who have the expertise to protect your interest who will also work quickly and efficiently.

3. Apply for mortgage finance

Unless you are a cash purchaser.

4. Investigate the title

We will investigate the title and raise enquiries about the property with the seller’s Solicitors.

5. Searches

The following searches are carried out as a minimum:-

a) Environmental Search
The results highlight potential problems with the land such as flooding or contamination;
b) Local Search
The results highlight planning issues and whether the road is privately maintained at the buyers expense!
c) Chancel Repair liability
Some properties may have a liability to pay for the repair of the chancel at the local parish church!

6. Pre-Contract Report

We will give you a detailed contract report and then invite you into the office to go through it. You have the opportunity to discuss any matters with us before signing the contract and other documentation.

7. Exchange of Contracts

When all parties have agreed a moving date the respective Solicitors can exchange contracts. The transaction is then legally binding.

8. Post Contract Work

After exchange of contracts we will finalise documentation, complete searches to protect your interest in the property and arrange release of any mortgage money. You will need to pay us any balance before completion.

9. Completion

This is moving day! The purchase monies are transferred and you can collect the keys from the Estate Agent!

10. Registering your title

We will register your title at the Land Registry and submit a Stamp Duty Land Tax form which is required whether or not stamp duty is payable.

Please Click on the link below for a printable version of this guide

A Basic Guide to Purchasing a Property

The administration of a charity includes setting up the trustees, dealing with changes of trustees and being aware of tax and other laws related to charitable organisations.

The kinds of charities we have been involved in include: churches, schools, scout groups, community groups, conservation charities, international aid charities and many more.

Please contact us to arrange an initial discussion. 0121 270 2708

Our specialists involved with charity law can help you with all aspects of liaising with and satisfying the Charity Commission. The rules governing the formation and running of charities are very tightly controlled.

We have been specialists in charity law for over 20 years, so have a huge amount of experience to draw on to help you with your charitable plans.

Please contact us to arrange an initial discussion. 0121 270 2708