Prenuptial agreements
Before marriage or civil partnership, we help you record intentions around property, inherited wealth, business interests and future financial responsibilities.
Personal legal support
Clear advice when life gets complicated.
Personal legal issues touch the parts of life that matter most. Perkins Legal helps people across East Hertfordshire and Essex deal with family change, immigration responsibilities and civil disputes with calm, practical advice.
A considered next step
Early advice gives you more room to decide what happens next.
Divorce and financial settlements
A divorce changes more than marital status. Property, pensions, savings, income and future needs all need careful attention.
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Know what needs protecting before you agree terms.
We help you understand financial disclosure, assess the practical options and record an agreement properly. Start early, especially when a home, pension or business is involved.
What is included in a financial settlement?
Advice can cover the family home, mortgages, savings, investments, pensions, income and other assets. The right approach depends on your circumstances and the information available.
Do we have to go to court?
No. Many couples negotiate through solicitors or mediation. Court proceedings remain an option when a fair agreement cannot be reached or urgent protection is needed.
Why does financial disclosure matter?
Open information allows decisions to be made on real figures. It also helps ensure that any agreement is properly documented and can be relied on later.
Child arrangements that work in real life
Children need plans that fit school, holidays, travel and everyday routines. We keep the focus on practical arrangements and parental responsibility.
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Understand the routine
We discuss where a child lives, how time is shared and what decisions need both parents' input.
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Find workable terms
Negotiation or mediation may help parents agree arrangements without adding unnecessary conflict.
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Take formal action
When agreement is not possible, we explain court options and prepare the case with care.
Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
A clear agreement can set out how financial matters may be handled if a relationship ends. Independent advice and full disclosure are central to the process.
Postnuptial agreements
Existing couples can review financial arrangements after marriage, a change in circumstances or a significant event affecting their plans.
Immigration advice for businesses sponsoring workers
Employers sponsoring overseas workers need clear records, sound processes and a response plan for Home Office correspondence.
Sponsor licence
We explain the requirements, supporting documents and internal responsibilities involved in applying for or maintaining a sponsor licence.
Worker support
Get practical guidance on sponsorship arrangements, worker documents and the information your business needs to keep decisions moving.
Compliance and letters
We help you understand reporting duties and prepare a measured response when the Home Office asks for further information.
Civil litigation and dispute resolution
A dispute over a contract, property or payment can grow quickly. We identify the issue, set out the options and keep the next step clear.
Assess the position
We review the documents, timeline and legal issues. Early advice can prevent a weak point from becoming an expensive surprise.
Negotiate a solution
Pre-action correspondence, direct negotiation or mediation may resolve the dispute while keeping control of the outcome.
Prepare for court
When proceedings are necessary, we explain the procedure, evidence and likely decisions so you can act with a realistic plan.
Confidential enquiry
Start with the facts that matter.
Send a short outline of your situation. Perkins Legal will review your enquiry and explain the appropriate next step. Sensitive matters are handled with discretion.