Useful Links
Legal
The Law Society
020 7242 1333
The Law Society represents, protects and promotes solicitors across England and Wales.
Solicitors’ Regulation Authority (SRA)
0870 606 2555
The SRA are an independent regulatory body of the Law Society, who provide information, advice and support to help solicitors comply with the standards they set. It acts solely in the public interest.
Resolution
01689 820272
Resolution is an organisation of 5,700 lawyers who believe in a constructive, non-confrontational approach to family law matters. Members of Resolution must adhere to the Code of Practice, the principles of which have been adopted by the Law Society as recommended good practice for all family lawyers. You can find details of all members of Resolution by visiting their website. We are a member of Resolution.
Her Majesty’s Courts Service (HMCS)
0845 456 8770
HMCS is an executive agency of the Ministry of Justice. Court information, including address, contact numbers and opening hours can be found on the site, as well as court forms that can be printed.
Ministry of Justice
020 3334 3555
The Ministry of Justice works to protect the public, and aims to provide fair and simple routes to civil and family justice.
Family Law Bar Association
020 7242 1289
FLBA is the specialist Bar Association for family barristers and has over 2,300 members. All barristers practising family law are encouraged to join the FLBA.
Legal Services Commission (LSC)
0845 345 4345
The LSC works in partnership with solicitors and not-for-profit organisations to provide access to legal advice. Public Funding (Legal Aid) is available for civil problems, housing and family issues. If you are on a low income, you may be entitled to Public Funding; to find out if you are eligible, visit the website.
General Register Office on Births, Marriages and Deaths
Birth, marriage, death, civil partnership, still birth or adoption certificates may be ordered from the website.
The Legal Complaints Service (LSC)
0845 608 6565
The LSC investigates complaints about solicitors.
Government Website - Benefits Adviser
Advice on what benefits you and your family are entitled to, including child benefit, tax credit etc.
Children
Child Support Agency (CSA)
0845 713 3133
The CSA’s role is to make sure that parents who live apart from their children contribute financially to their upkeep by paying child maintenance. The CSA can calculate your child maintenance liability, either on the telephone or online, and can offer advice on enforcement.
Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (CAFCASS)
0844 353 3350
CAFCASS is an independent body, whose role is to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, give advice to the family courts, and provide information and advice to children and their families
National Association of Contact Centres (NACCC)
0845 450 0280
NACCC is the supporting membership body for around 350 Child Contact Centres and Services located throughout the UK. These Contact Centres are neutral places where children of separated families can enjoy contact with their non-resident parent.
National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) Helpline
0808 800 5000
The NSPCC Helpline provides confidential advice to anyone worried about a child’s wellbeing.
Childline
0800 1111
Childline offers confidential support to children in relation to a range of issues they may be experiencing.
Only Dads
01803 868683
Only Dads provides advice on a number of issues such as health, finances, debt, legal, education, housing and parenting for single parents.
Only Mums
01803 868683
Only Mums provides advice on a number of issues such as health, finances, debt, legal, education, housing and parenting for single parents.
Families Need Fathers
0300 030 0363
Families Need Fathers is an organisation that provides support and information to family members in relation to children issues arising from separation and divorce. Support is available by phone and face-to-face.
Gingerbread
0808 802 0925
Gingerbread is a national charity that provides information on a number of issues, including benefits, financial help, child maintenance, education and how to get legal advice.
Chance
020 7281 5858
Chance UK works in partnership with Action for Children, and aims to reduce youth crime and anti-social behaviour across the UK. It does this by providing one-to-one mentoring for children aged 5-11 with behavioural difficulties.
Counselling/Support
Relate
0300 100 1234
Relate offers advice, relationship counselling, sex therapy, workshops, mediation consultations and support face-to-face, by phone and through its website.
Family Mediators Association (FMA)
0808 200 0033
Family mediation is a voluntary process by which couples in dispute are helped to deal with arrangements for their future, including issues regarding parenting and finances. You can find your nearest mediator on the FMA website.
Samaritans
0845 790 9090
Samaritans provides free, confidential support 24 hours a day to anyone in the UK and Ireland who is experiencing feelings of distress. It offers this service by telephone, email, letter or face-to-face in most of its branches.
National Domestic Violence Helpline
0808 200 0247
The National Domestic Violence Helpline offers a free, confidential, 24-hour service for women experiencing domestic violence. It can facilitate those who are deaf or heard of hearing, and those whose first language is not English.
Mankind Initiative
01823 334244
Mankind Initiative is a national charity that provides support for male victims of domestic violence.
Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB)
020 7833 2181
The CAB is a free, independent and confidential advice service that may help people resolve problems. To find your nearest Bureau visit the website.
Life Coach Directory
0844 803 0241
Life Coach Directory contains details of qualified and registered life coaches.
Gillie Bolton
Gillie Bolton assists people to overcome emotional difficulties using creative writing techniques, and has published several books on this subject. She offers this service by telephone, email or face-to-face.
Property
Land Registry
0844 892 1111
The Land Registry deals with registration of title to land in England and Wales. The website also provides property price analysis reports. Copies of Title Deeds can be obtained from the Land Registry.
Financial Services
The Money Advice Centre
The Money Advice Centre is an independent advice organisation set up by the government to help people manage their money better and make informed choices. The Divorce and Separation Calculator is particularly helpful for separating couples.
Moneysupermarket
Moneysupermarket is a price comparison website specialising in financial service. It enables consumers to compare prices on a range of products, including mortgages, credit cards, loans, etc.
London Stock Exchange
The London Stock Exchange is one of the largest stock exchanges in the world, listing British and overseas companies.
XE
XE provides an online currency converter.
The Motley Fool
The Motley Fool provides investing and share dealing advice.
Victoria Newton Financial Services
07860 316314
Victoria Newton Finance specialises in mortgages and mortgage-related insurance. It is not tied to any high street bank or building society, and offers impartial, independent mortgage advice.
Porter de Vere
01920 872666
Porter de Vere Financial Services provides independent financial advice in relation to mortgages, investments, pensions, etc.
Thompson Riddle Associates Ltd
01920 466629
Thompson Riddle Associates Ltd offers independent financial advice in relation to mortgages, pensions, investments, etc.
Gary J Cansick & Co Accountants
01992 584692
Gary J Cansick & Co is a firm of accountants.
Radcliffe and Newlands
0845 021 7000
Radcliffe and Newlands provides independent financial advice in relation to mortgages, pensions, investments, etc.
Professional Services
Frank O’Shea (Maxwell Winward LLP)
020 7651 4613
Frank is a solicitor specialising in Wills and Probate.
Gary Malyon (The Will Group)
01279 600003
Gary specialises in Wills and Probate. The Will Group offers fixed fees on all its services.
Helen Sherborne (Keystone Law)
020 7152 6550
Helen is a solicitor specialising in Employment Law.
P&D Investigations Limited
01707 371144
P&D Investigations is an investigation and legal service agency. Its areas of expertise include service of documents, attending court, observation and locating individuals.
General
Kerm Designs
Graphic and web design services based in Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire County Council
0300 123 4040
Hertfordshire County Council’s website contains information about businesses, carer support, environment, schools, libraries and local entertainment.
Discover Hertford
Discover Hertford is a comprehensive source of information on Hertford and the surrounding areas.
Disclaimer
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