Family Solicitors in York
Veteran solicitor John Wilson leads National Legal Service’s capable team of family solicitors in York. John has over 30 years of experience and is a Member of the Law Society Children Panel and the Law Society Family Law Panel (Advanced).
Our family solicitors in York offer legal guidance and representation in all areas of family law, including divorce, financial settlements, cohabitation, and making arrangements for children.
John and his team frequently represent clients in cases involving:
Family law is often highly complex and the issues it entails are often highly emotive for those concerned. Regardless of the circumstances, you can be assured of a compassionate, empathetic experience handled by an experienced professional with up-to-date knowledge in this area of law.
John and his team of family solicitors in York represent clients on both a client and legal aid basis from across York and the wider area. National Legal Service is one of the UK’s largest providers of legal aid for domestic abuse victims and we can help you to determine if you’re eligible for legal aid.
Our York Solicitors
Dedicated Family Solicitors in York
"I don’t know what I would have done without The National Legal Service’s help. Within only 9 days from first speaking with a solicitor the order was granted."
Our office, located in Tower House on Fishergate is a safe space where you can discuss your legal matters in privacy, with confidence. Our clients often commend National Legal Service for our compassionate, thoughtful approach and we’re committed to upholding the highest standards of legal care. This includes responding to queries promptly, offering informed, impartial advice and performing our own advocacy to ensure continuity of representation.
Book a consultation online or call us on 020 3601 5051.
York Family Law Specialisms
Care Orders
Clear advice on care orders, court proceedings and the steps parents or family members may take during the process.
Child Arrangements
Support with child-focused arrangements for where a child lives, spends time and maintains contact after separation or disagreement.
Civil Partnership Dissolution
Guidance through civil partnership dissolution, including the process, financial arrangements and practical issues that may need careful resolution.
Coercive Control
Legal support for coercive control, including protective options, child arrangements and safety-focused steps where abuse is a concern.
Cohabitation
Advice for unmarried couples on rights, property, finances and cohabitation agreements before, during or after a relationship breakdown.
Consent Orders
Help understanding consent orders that can make agreed financial or child arrangements legally binding following separation or divorce.
Domestic Abuse Protection Orders - DAPO
Advice on Domestic Abuse Protection Orders in pilot areas and whether another protective order may be more appropriate.
Discharge Care
Guidance on applying to discharge a care order when circumstances have changed, including the court process and evidence.
Divorce & Annulment
Clear guidance on divorce or annulment, the court process and the related financial or child arrangements issues involved.
Divorce Finances
Support with financial settlements after divorce, including property, pensions, income, debts and options for reaching a binding agreement.
Domestic Abuse
Support for people experiencing domestic abuse, including protective orders, child arrangements, housing concerns and legal aid options available.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is commonly used, but domestic abuse is the broader legal term for support and protective options.
Emergency Custody Order
Urgent advice where a child’s safety is at risk and the court may need to consider protection urgently.
Financial Remedy Order
Advice on financial remedy proceedings, including property, pensions, income and fair arrangements after divorce or civil partnership dissolution.
Forced Marriages
Safety-focused legal support for people at risk of forced marriage, including protective orders and practical next steps available.
International Child Relocation
Advice on international child relocation where a parent plans to move abroad or a child may be moved.
Legal Aid
Information about legal aid for family law matters, including eligibility, evidence requirements and the funding process where available.
Non-Molestation Orders
Advice on non-molestation orders that can place legal restrictions where harassment, threats, intimidation or abuse are ongoing.
Occupation Orders
Guidance on occupation orders where there are concerns about living in the family home or exclusion from it.
Parental Responsibility
Advice about parental responsibility, including what it means and how parents or carers may obtain or exercise it.
Pension Sharing Orders
Guidance on pension sharing orders, which can divide pension assets as part of a financial settlement after divorce.
Prenuptial Agreements
Advice on prenuptial agreements for couples who want to record financial intentions before marriage or civil partnership begins.
Prohibited Steps Order
Advice on prohibited steps orders where a parent needs the court to prevent specific action affecting a child.
Property Disputes
Understand property ownership, financial contributions and options available when unmarried couples separate and cannot agree.
Separation Agreements
Advice on separation agreements that record financial and practical arrangements when a relationship ends without immediate divorce proceedings.
Consultation
We know that no two cases are ever the same and we are dedicated to guiding you through the legal process with tailored solutions which work for you. Fill out the form below to request your consultation today.