A family lawyer specialises in separations, divorce, civil and religious marriage annulments, settlements for non-marital relationships, modification of arrangements, etc. They also specialise in other related areas such as liquidation of shared possessions, disabilities, custody, guardianship, prodigality, paternity, inheritance, etc.

Do not sign any separation, divorce or child-parent settlement proposal without seeking legal advice from a family lawyer. The same applies for any private or public document.

If you have any queries about the breakup of your marriage (use of family home, child custody, parental visits, maintenance support, alimony) seek legal advice from a family lawyer.

Keep or make a copy of all your financial documents: pay slips, Income Tax, VAT and Company Tax returns, expense receipts, bank statements, title deeds, etc.

Do not rush decisions if it is not absolutely necessary. Seek legal advice from a specialised lawyer first.

The lawyer of your choice will advise you to try and reach an amicable resolution first, but if this is not possible, they are there to defend your rights to the maximum.