What is family arbitration? A guide for separating couples
Family arbitration is a private, confidential process designed to help separating couples resolve disputes without the need for a formal
I have practised family law exclusively since qualifying as a solicitor in 2004. I help a range of clients achieve solutions to legal disputes arising out of relationship breakdown.
I specialise in advising on the financial implications of starting a new relationship and on ending a relationship. I also specialise in dealing with the impact family breakups have on children. I have a particular specialism in dealing with complex financial issues, involving businesses, farms or trust structures (both nationally and internationally). I also deal with Prenuptial Agreements, Co-habitation disputes and proceedings concerning children.
I am the Head of the Family Department at Tees and lead a team of specialist family lawyers across all our offices. Our team is highly experienced and able to offer a full range of different processes to achieve solutions including collaborative law, mediation and arbitration; this means we can help you avoid long and painful disputes without compromising your position. Given the wide range of experience within the department, I am able to consider tailoring the best approach for your individual needs and specific circumstances.
I am proud of the team and the dedicated approach we employ in order to look after our clients. We understand you need an experienced lawyer backed up by a team who will be compassionate, understanding, insightful, highly professional and fiercely supportive to advise and guide you; that is exactly what we provide.
Sally Powell is a leading light and brilliant to work with. Knows her stuff and is driven to get the very best results for her clients albeit with her 'sensible and pragmatic hat on' at all times.
I am a member of Resolution (formerly the Solicitors Family Law Association) and a Resolution Accredited Specialist Family Lawyer specialising in financial and children disputes. I am also a Collaboratively trained lawyer, having successfully collaborated on many collaborative cases for clients.
Family arbitration is a private, confidential process designed to help separating couples resolve disputes without the need for a formal
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