Family Solicitors covering Derby | National Legal Service

Your Local Family Solicitors in Derby

National Legal Service specialises in family and care across many national sites. To assist clients from the Derby area, we have our Birmingham, Coventry and Wolverhampton offices, who are capable and compassionate teams of solicitors and lawyers who have helped hundreds of people to navigate often complex legal proceedings.

Collectively, we’re proud to provide a consistently high standard of legal services, impartial support and trusted guidance to families and individuals in and around the city of Derby.

“When I needed to secure a court order, I had no idea who to turn to and it was an extremely stressful time in my life. I’m so happy I contacted the National Legal Service team in Derby as they made the whole process much easier for me.”

Our solicitors helping our Derby client base is made up of teams who have considerable experience across many areas of family law. Some of their recent cases include drafting up separation agreements, dealing with coercive control cases, representing parents in care proceedings, and supporting victims in domestic violence and abuse proceedings.

With a growing team, our Birmingham office has become a particularly key point of contact for those seeking legal representation in and around the East Midlands.

From our three bases in the black country, we can help clients in Derby, and have been able to foster good working relationships with the various family courts in the area, including the main Derby Family Court. Because of these relationships, we can guide our clients through what to expect at the courts, coupling practical information with sound legal advice.

Derby Family Law Office

What are our Derby Family Solicitors’ areas of expertise?

“I was so impressed by the service I got from the National Legal Service Birmingham office. All the solicitors really know what they’re talking about and gave me incredible advice and support throughout my proceedings at family court.”

When you find yourself confronting a matter of family law, we appreciate that you may feel overwhelmed and anxious about what comes next. National Legal Service’s family solicitors are deeply knowledgeable in this area and can provide you with trusted, expert advice during what this difficult period.

Family law can be complex and will often cause heightened emotions. Our Derby solicitors are experienced in dealing with these situations and will guide you through your legal journey with empathy, confidence and professionalism.

The multi-disciplinary team in Derby has been able to help hundreds of clients with their legal issues, successfully obtaining court orders, favourable outcomes, and fair settlements in all manner of cases. Whether you need help getting through an adoption, escaping domestic abuse, or filing for divorce, our team is here to help.

Some of our recent cases have included:

Filing for Child Protection Orders
Securing Non-Molestation Orders
Applying for Prohibited Steps Orders
Negotiating financial settlements in the event of a divorce

How our family solicitors in Derby work

We look at every case on an individual basis, coming at it from all angles so we can deliver the best legal support possible. We understand that no two cases are the same, and will always strive to achieve the best outcome for your needs. No matter how simple or complex a case seems, our solicitors are always by your side during any family legal dispute.

What if I need Legal Aid?

Going through the court process can be extremely expensive – funds which you may not have access to. We don’t believe this should affect your ability to secure professional legal representation.

National Legal Service is one of the largest providers of legal aid in the country. We strive to help as many people as possible obtain legal representation regardless of their personal financial circumstances.

To obtain legal aid, you will need to submit an application for financial support and meet key criteria. Each application will be treated on a case-by-case basis and will be subjected to means testing.

Arrange a free consultation with our Derby solicitors

If you need legal support but don’t know where to start, you can organise a free consultation with one of our local Derby solicitors. In the initial consultation, we’ll ask for more information about your case so we can advise you on the best course of action.

All enquiries are entirely confidential, and you are assured of being treated with fairness, empathy and compassion by our team.