Financial Remedy & Divorce Settlement Solicitors in Knutsford - Free Consultation
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What Is a Financial Remedy?
A financial remedy is the legal process used to settle financial matters following divorce, separation or the dissolution of a civil partnership. It is used where:
- An agreement cannot be reached between parties, or
- A financial agreement needs court approval to become legally binding.
A financial remedy can deal with:
- Property and housing arrangements
- Pension sharing or pension offsetting
- Savings, investments and liabilities
- Spousal maintenance and child maintenance
Once approved by the court, a financial order (including a consent order) provides finality and prevents future financial claims.
Why Securing a Financial Order Is So Important
Certainty and closure
Without a court-approved financial order, financial claims can remain open indefinitely – even years after a divorce is finalised.
Full financial transparency
The process requires complete financial disclosure, ensuring decisions are based on accurate and verified information.
Protection of long-term interests
A properly structured settlement helps safeguard housing, pension provision and future income.
Stability for children
Where children are involved, financial arrangements can include maintenance and housing provision to support continuity and security. We can also advise on child arrangements, where parenting issues run alongside financial matters.
Read more about why a financial remedy order is essential when divorcing
How Divorce Finances Can Be Resolved
We tailor our approach depending on your circumstances and the level of cooperation between parties:
Agreement-led resolution
If discussions are challenging, we handle negotiations with the other party’s solicitors on your behalf.
Mediation with legal support
If discussions are difficult, we manage negotiations directly with the other party’s solicitors to protect your position.
Mediation with legal support
Mediation can offer a constructive forum for resolving financial matters, supported by independent legal advice.
Financial Remedy Proceedings
Where agreement cannot be reached, we manage the full court process – from issuing the application through to the final hearing.
A Genuine Local Connection to Knutsford
Gavin Edmondson has a long-standing personal connection to Knutsford.
Many years ago — long before the old courthouse became a hotel — Gavin tried his very first criminal case in that very building.
Although our work today focuses on family law, this early experience in Knutsford remains part of our firm’s history and reflects our deep roots in the local community.
How Our Knutsford Financial Remedy Solicitors Support You
- Advice on divorce financial settlements and separation agreements
- Guidance on full financial disclosure and Form E preparation
- Drafting and approval of consent orders
- Representation in contested financial remedy proceedings
- Advice on property, pensions and complex asset arrangements
- Clear, straightforward explanations throughout your case
Why Clients in Knutsford Choose Gavin Edmondson Solicitors
- ✔ Calm, professional and outcome-focused advice
- Strong experience in divorce finances and financial remedy work
- Trusted by clients across Knutsford and Cheshire
- 5★ rated for clarity, care and professionalism
- Transparent pricing explained clearly from the outset
Which Court Handles Financial Remedy Cases for Knutsford?
Financial remedy and divorce settlement cases for Knutsford clients are typically dealt with at:
- Manchester Civil Justice Centre (Civil and Family Courts)
- St Helens County Court and Family Court
- Liverpool Civil and Family Court
We manage all court documentation, deadlines and procedural requirements on your behalf.
Financial Remedy Frequently Asked Questions
Property, pensions, savings, debts, spousal maintenance and child maintenance.
No. Many cases settle by agreement and are approved by a judge through a consent order.
The court has powers to compel disclosure and take action where information is withheld.
You can usually apply after divorce, provided no final financial order has already been made.
Timescales vary depending on complexity and whether agreement is reached.
Costs depend on the circumstances of your case. We explain fees clearly during your free initial consultation.
Your Trusted Local Financial Remedy Solicitors
Alongside our work with Knutsford clients, we also help individuals in Wilmslow and Alderley Edge with all aspects of financial remedy and the support needed throughout the process.
Mr B - Crewe, UK
Gavin and his team were brilliant they took on my divorce case after I'd received a terrible service from a previous law firm and they instantly turned it around for me and got me a fantastic result they also took on my child arrangements case and the result again was outstanding and my daughter now lives with me full time I'm so grateful for their help it was the best decision I made going to see them.
Mr B - Belfast, UK
Once again Gavin was an encyclopedia of knowledge! I'm pretty convinced he knows the law and every possible angle more than people that have written the law themselves. Sound and honest advice whatever the way your case is going. I would use them again and recommend without hesitation!
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