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The work we do
Our specialist family lawyers offer the support, empathy, and understanding you need during difficult times. We are available to assist you immediately and can help you obtain emergency protection within 24 hours, when necessary.
In certain cases, we can also assist with contesting a Non-Molestation Order or Application.
What Is Domestic Abuse?
Domestic abuse refers to patterns of controlling, coercive, threatening, degrading, and violent behaviour, typically by a partner or ex-partner, but also potentially by a family member or carer. Domestic abuse can take various forms, including:
- Physical abuse: e.g., hitting, kicking, or throwing.
- Emotional/mental abuse: e.g., coercive behaviour, threats, or manipulation.
- Sexual abuse: e.g., forcing non-consensual sexual acts.
- Verbal abuse: e.g., name-calling or shouting.
- Financial abuse: e.g., controlling access to money.
- Harassment/stalking: e.g., unwanted communication or following.
- Online/digital abuse: e.g., social media harassment or spyware.
How Our Domestic Abuse Solicitors Can Help
- Making applications for protection orders
- Defending Non-Molestation Orders
- Addressing issues related to Female Genital Mutilation (FGM)
- Assisting with Legal Aid applications
Berry Redmond Gordon and Penney Solicitors are proud members of The Employers’ Initiative on Domestic Abuse (EIDA), a network that raises awareness and provides resources to help tackle domestic abuse in the workplace.
Contact Us
For support and advice, contact our Bristol and North Somerset offices at 01934 414161, complete our online enquiry form, or email us at [email protected].
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Fixed Fee Family Consultation Service for £100 plus VAT
Our specialist family lawyers can provide tailored legal advice for a fixed fee of £100 plus VAT. Dealing with family issues can be stressful and challenging, especially when you are unsure of your legal position.
During our 30-minute consultation, you will receive clear advice on your legal options and the potential outcomes you can achieve. The consultation can take place via telephone, video call or in person.
If you instruct us on your family matter, we will deduct the consultation fee of £100 plus VAT from your future costs.
What happens during the consultation?
1. Discussion about your legal issues
2. Straightforward legal advice specific to your circumstances
3. Potential outcomes you can achieve
4. The likely timescales and costs to finalise your matter
What’s not included?
- Review of documents and correspondence
- Communications with third parties
Hourly Rate Fees
If the above is required, we can offer to assist you under our hourly rate family service. An hourly rate based on the points that follow can be used to provide a fee estimate tailored to your specific circumstance:
- The particular expertise and experience of the person dealing with the case
- The complexity of the transaction
- Whether the matter requires unusually urgent and swift action
- The time spent on the matter
We always give an estimate of the likely costs at the beginning of the matter, with regular updates as the matter progresses, so that you can always be certain of the costs involved in your particular case at any given time.
How to book
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 01934 414 161
Our Family Law Team will be in touch with you soon to request further details and book you in for an appointment.