Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Family Law Solicitor in Perth
Louisa J Wade is a family law solicitor with over 20 years of experience serving clients in Perth and Perthshire. Established in 2010, the practice specialises in resolving complex family law matters including divorce, separation, child custody, and cohabitation disputes. With a career spanning since 1995, the solicitor has developed a reputation for pragmatic legal advice and client-focused solutions. The practice combines deep expertise in Scots family law with a commitment to accessibility, offering competitive pricing and legal aid eligibility assessments.Regular appearances in Perth Sheriff Court and surrounding jurisdictions demonstrate the firm's local authority and courtroom experience. Clients benefit from direct communication with the solicitor, ensuring continuity and personalised service throughout their legal proceedings.
Services
Divorce
Separation
Child custody
Cohabitation disputes
Legal aid
Parental rights
Financial settlements
Adoption
Interdicts
Residence orders
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of family law experience since 1995
- Our solicitor appears regularly in Perth Sheriff Court
- We offer legal aid eligibility assessments
- Our practice combines courtroom expertise with practical advice
- Clients receive direct communication with the solicitor
What people say
Excellent service
Highly recommended
Stress free process
Prompt and efficient
Exceptional professional
Services
Divorce
Specialist divorce services covering financial settlements, property division, and child custody arrangements. We guide clients through Scots law requirements including irretrievable breakdown evidence and matrimonial property valuation. Our expertise ensures fair asset distribution while prioritising client interests and child welfare.
Child custody
Expert guidance on child residence and contact arrangements. We help establish legally binding agreements considering the child's best interests. Our services include court representation for contested cases and mediation support to resolve disputes amicably.
Cohabitation disputes
Legal support for cohabiting couples facing separation. We advise on financial claims under the Family Law (Scotland) Act 2006, property rights, and child custody matters. Our services include drafting cohabitation agreements to protect assets.
Legal aid
Assessment and application support for civil legal aid through the Scottish Legal Aid Board. We help clients understand eligibility criteria based on income and savings, and provide guidance on contribution requirements and funding limitations.
Separation
Comprehensive support for separation agreements including financial arrangements, property division, and child custody terms. We ensure legally binding documentation that protects client interests while minimising conflict through negotiation and mediation.
People
Louisa J Wade
Solicitor
Qualified solicitor since 1995 with extensive family law experience across Scotland. Specialises in divorce, child custody, and cohabitation disputes. Provides pragmatic legal advice while prioritising client welfare and child interests.
Questions
What are the grounds for divorce in Scotland?
Scottish law requires proof of irretrievable marriage breakdown through mutual consent after one year separation, two years separation without consent, adultery, or unreasonable behaviour.
How does legal aid work for family law cases?
Eligibility depends on financial circumstances. We assist with Scottish Legal Aid Board applications covering child contact, residence, and parental rights matters.
What happens if a separation agreement fails?
The court can enforce existing agreements or reassess arrangements. We recommend negotiation first, but provide robust representation if court intervention becomes necessary.
How are matrimonial properties divided?
Scottish law mandates fair division of assets acquired during marriage. We help calculate net values and negotiate equitable settlements considering all financial circumstances.
