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174 Family Law Specialists

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174 Family Law Specialists provides legal services to individuals and businesses in Birkenhead and the surrounding area, including children, family / matrimonial and dispute resolution.

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Children

Legal advice relating to children and family arrangements.

  • arrow_forwardChild arrangements
  • arrow_forwardParental responsibility
  • arrow_forwardRelocation and travel
  • arrow_forwardGrandparents and wider family
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Family Law

Advice on relationship breakdown, children and family arrangements.

  • arrow_forwardDivorce and separation
  • arrow_forwardChild arrangements
  • arrow_forwardFinancial settlements
  • arrow_forwardDomestic abuse protection
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Dispute Resolution

Settling disagreements outside court through arbitration, mediation or negotiation.

  • arrow_forwardMediation
  • arrow_forwardArbitration
  • arrow_forwardNegotiated settlements
  • arrow_forwardEarly neutral evaluation
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Offices

Birkenhead office

174 Family Law Specialists

142 Claughton Road, Birkenhead, CH41 6EY

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Client reviews

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Andrew Bedson

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Google4 months ago

I had a very positive experience using 174 Family Law for financial mediation, and in particular with Helen Pittard as mediator.

From the outset, Helen was professional, calm and approachable throughout what was a very high-conflict and difficult situation. One thing that made a huge difference to me personally was that shuttle mediation was accommodated throughout, including arrangements for me to attend separately and avoid unnecessary contact between parties. This helped me feel far more comfortable, relaxed and able to properly engage in the process. I always felt listened to, respected and that my concerns and position were genuinely heard and understood. Helen handled discussions in a balanced and constructive way whilst still keeping matters moving forward toward resolution. What had unfortunately been an ongoing situation for well over a year through solicitors alone was ultimately brought to a conclusion within a matter of months through mediation. The process was also significantly better value for money compared to prolonged solicitor correspondence and potential court proceedings. I would absolutely recommend Helen and 174 Family Law to anyone needing financial mediation, particularly where communication has broken down or conflict levels are high. Thank you again for all of your help, professionalism and support throughout the process!

  • Approachable
  • Helpful
  • Communication
  • Professionalism

Sophie Gilruth

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Googlea year ago

Very very poor service all round.

Still waiting on an email from 2 weeks ago where Helen has marked the wrong thing and I've asked her to change it so it is factually correct for the courts and she's ignoring me. One mediation session was cut short as I didn't agree to changing the time, we lost 30 mins so she could go on holiday. We were sent forms/documents 30 mins before the first mediation session, rather than well in advance with no chance to be able to read anything, the first mediator was not impartial. The summary of the sessions were sometimes wrong, saying things that were not discussed in the session. Took 10 attempts to even get in contact the first time after I was initially emailed to arrange a MIAM. There was 6 weeks between recieving initial contact and the MIAM and then another 5 whole weeks between inital meeting and the first mediation session due to short working hours and lack of availability. Now over 5 months on and no help whatsoever and the end conclusion is contradictory in every sense, starts with person B does not feel suitable, then she sees mediation has broken down. Then when questioned, she changed back to person B made the decision, but now that I've asking for that to be made clear on the C100, I'm being ignored. No arrangements regarding the child have been made and sadly just wasted 5+ months with 174 Family Law. Avoid at all costs and seek other, more reputable businesses with better reviews. I pleaded with the other party before mediation started to contact another business due to the reviews being so poor, and here we are in the same boat. **to edit (not allowed to respond to them) the issues HAVE NOT been addressed privately at all, my email has been ignored. They can respond to a bad review at 10pm at night but it's taken 2 weeks to respond to an email during working hours**

Paul Wilkes

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Google3 years ago

174 Family Law has provided exceptional service throughout my family law case.

Their expertise and dedication were instrumental in helping me secure both a childcare agreement and a financial remedy. Despite the challenges we encountered along the way, I was impressed by their responsiveness and prompt communication. They have reasonable pricing and gave thoughtful gestures of goodwill making the process much more manageable. I greatly appreciated the solid advice and reassurances they offered throughout the journey. Their professionalism and genuine care for my well-being truly set them apart. I'd like to specially thank Eileen (have a wonderful retirement), Anna, and Melissa. Once again, thank you for your outstanding work and support. I am truly grateful for your assistance during this crucial time in my life.

  • Excellent service
  • Knowledgeable
  • Communication
  • Professionalism

Netty Ralphs

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Googlea year ago

Melissa quaile is young, but don't let that put you off.

She really knows her stuff. I would highly recommend her to anybody, even my family. Trust her completely. Melissa recommend a barrister called Suzanne Evans, who is so kind, but like a headmistress on steroids in court. Both amazing strong women

  • Recommended
  • Kindness

Dev

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Googlea year ago

I wish to thank Melissa, Heather, Annabelle and all the Team at 174 Law (The Lauries, Birkenhead) for their hard and tireless work in concluding the stressful child contact arrangements with a fantastic result last week.

Well Done! After working non-stop for the last 19 months a successful conclusion was reached, massively benefitting myself and my children. Melissa's recommendation of the Barrister, Amy for the Final Hearing, was inspired, as she went above and beyond in her help, assistance and especially her compassion, (a trait Melissa and her team also hold in spades). Now I look forward to the New Year with renewed optimism and hope the Financial aspects are also concluded as successfully so I can enjoy my Family Life with total and unencumbered Freedom. Thank you Melissa and 174 Law for working conscientiously and tirelessly to help support me to achieve that dream for my children and myself. Just like to add that now my Divorce has been finalised and Final Order issued, like to thank everyone mentioned above for their help and assistance in all aspects of my Divorce and Child Arrangements and wish you all the best for the future, as my children and I look forward brightly to our new future which you helped create for us.

  • Compassionate
  • Supportive
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