Emmersons' senior partner Jacqueline Emmerson is head of the family department and is a member of the Law Society's Specialist Family Law Panel and Resolution.
She is one of a limited number of solicitors in the area who deals with Collaborative Family Law. She specialises in high net worth cases often including business assets.
First Meeting
To be assessed for legal aid you must bring with you written proof of your income by way of your last pay slip or a letter notifying you of any state benefit that you receive including tax credits and child benefit. You will also need proof of the amount of rent or mortgage that you pay.
To help us advise you in relation to a financial settlement you should obtain the following.
- Last three months of pay slips
- A list of assets in your sole name, in the joint name of you and your partner, or in your partner's sole name. E.g. House, endowments, pensions, shares, savings, car or other valuables. You should bring proof of valuations if you have the same.
- Last three months of bank statements.
- Details of partner's income.
- Details of all outgoings and any debts that you have, to include settlement figures in respect of loans.
- Your marriage certificate (or certificate of registration) if you are sure you wish to begin divorce (or dissolution) proceedings.
For a
FREE INITIAL DISCUSSION, ask to speak to our
family department.
Newcastle: 0191 284 6989
Sunderland: 0191 567 6667
Or complete our Online Enquiry Form
