At Birketts, we understand that family disputes can affect every aspect of your life. Experiences such as domestic abuse, separation, divorce, and issues relating to arrangements for children are among the most stressful events an individual may face. These difficulties are experienced by those in the workplace more often than is often recognised and can affect both your professional and home life.
The thought of speaking to a lawyer about family issues can feel daunting. Common concerns include cost, whether a divorce must be started, and whether court proceedings are inevitable. The Digital Family Clinic is an employee wellbeing initiative designed to provide accessible support and early legal guidance on family-related matters, including domestic abuse, separation and divorce, child arrangements, and prenuptial and cohabitation agreements.
Accessing legal advice at an early stage can help you better understand your position, navigate challenges, and support more effective co-parenting where relevant. However, access to legal advice remains limited for many employees across the UK. Birketts is therefore pleased to partner with your organisation to offer this initiative.
How does The Digital Family Clinic work?
Simply scan the QR code to access the work calendars of Birketts’ family law team. You can choose the lawyer you would like to speak to, complete a short form, and request a provisional video appointment at a time convenient to you. We will carry out the necessary checks and confirm your appointment, along with any further information or documentation required.
At the allotted time, join the appointment to receive up to one hour of confidential advice from your chosen lawyer at no charge. You are under no obligation to take any further action following this meeting.
Your lawyer can outline your legal position, provide practical guidance and an indication of likely costs, and discuss the available options for resolving your situation. There are a number of non-court dispute resolution options available, such as mediation, which may be appropriate. In many cases, it is not necessary to attend court to resolve family matters.