Selby Lowndes
Selby Lowndes Family Solicitors Oxfordshire, Wiltshire, Gloucestershire and London offering legal advice, free initial consultation

Court Proceedings - Litigation

Royal Courts of Justice

There are circumstances where court proceedings are necessary. We have considerable experience and expertise in family litigation and have a strong reputation for fighting hard for our clients. We can undertake our own advocacy which can help keep your costs down, if this is appropriate for your case.

Where barristers are required, we use those that we know and trust and will always choose the right barrister for your individual circumstances.

We understand that being involved in court proceedings can be both stressful and expensive and we will support and advise you through every step of the process. Sometimes, special arrangements will need to be put in place in the courtroom. For example, where there are allegations of domestic abuse then we can arrange for clients to use separate waiting rooms, and for the courtroom to have special screens installed so that you don’t have to see the other party.

Where you have not been able to reach a settlement through negotiation or other types of dispute resolution we will always have a frank discussion with you as to the pros and cons of court proceedings in your particular circumstances.

When might court proceedings be necessary?
In financial cases when you want to stop the other party from spending or hiding assets. In these circumstances we can help you to apply for a ‘freezing order’.

In financial cases when it is important to issue proceedings in the most favourable jurisdiction. For example, it may be better for you to have your case heard in the jurisdiction of England and Wales for tactical reasons.

In financial cases when you need urgent financial support, and your spouse/former spouse/civil partner has stopped supporting you or paying the household bills.

In financial or children cases if one party has not complied with a court order. In these circumstances the court can make what is known as an enforcement order.

In children cases when you are concerned about the whereabouts or safety of your child .

In cases involving domestic abuse and you are worried that you might be harmed by your spouse/former spouse, or someone you have lived with. In these cases the court can make orders which can protect you from harm, often attaching a ‘power of arrest’ meaning that once the order is made, the police have a duty to arrest the person about whom you make a complaint.

There are obviously other situations where court proceedings are necessary, and we can provide you with an estimate of how much your case is likely to cost when we have spoken to you in detail.

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They were straight talking, and dealt with things with speed and attention to detail. They were also very good listeners, understanding my needs and concerns.

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Generally, I feel anxious and unnerved about everything most of the time but I always feel better when I have seen you!

A Client

A solicitor with excellent judgement and a real commitment to his clients.

Chambers and Partners

I always knew where I stood because of the clear advice even when I did not want to hear it.

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I had such an amazing result from my case. I really appreciate all the work and thought that you put in.

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I am writing to thank you and your legal colleagues for recommending Selby Lowndes LLP legal team who helped me through these proceedings. Their dedication, tact and perseverance are laudable. They have been very supportive throughout, and never failed to deliver to help me out in most difficult times.

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A great person to have on your team; he fights hard for his clients but is pleasant to deal with.

Chambers and Partners

I cannot thank you enough for your help, support and encouragement. When I first came to see you I was absolutely petrified and really did not think I could go through with it. Your advice, calm manner and belief that this was possible, enabled me to summon the strength to escape what was a nightmare for so many years.

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Brings a wealth of experience in family work.

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I just knew I could put my trust in you and you would always make the right decisions for me and my girls. You made me feel at ease and … you explained things so well and in detail.

A Client

I wanted to write to say a big ‘thank you’ for being such a great solicitor and helping me get through these difficult processes as well as I can imagine someone could. I am really appreciative of the style with which you did this and that you sometimes lightened it all with your sense of humour!

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I didn’t realise what a difficult job you had. You’ve done an amazing job having to deal with my lying, cheating muppet of an ex-husband! If it hadn’t been for you then I would have ended up with nothing. My children and I will be forever grateful to you. Thank you for all your help and advice.

A Client

It’s been a long and difficult journey but your support and advice throughout has been exceptional. So glad you took my case.

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Dear Jane, Thank you very much for your email, I am so glad it did go well and for now is over! I wanted to thank you for all your support and work for the last couple of years and to say how much I appreciated it. You made me feel so heard and seen which is something priceless.

A Client

Dear Jane, Thank you for your advice and assistance over the last year. Most importantly I’m so grateful for the compassion you showed me which shone through when I was at my most vulnerable.

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Dear Ms. Crumpton, I have approved the order. I hope you receive some recognition from your firm for your diligent work on this unusual case.

District Judge

Dear Kelsey, Thank you for all your valuable help. I really appreciate it. I don’t want to sound big headed, but I was right when I said you’ll be going places with your talent! Much as I think you’re brilliant, but… nothing personal… I hope I don’t have reason to use you again! We all deserve a break! Surely though, I will recommend you and William to others as the dream team.

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I wanted to thank you for your guiding hand throughout this process. You have been reassuring, pragmatic, kind and supportive and I am deeply grateful that I had you on my side.

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