If you are experiencing difficulties in your family life, come and talk to us to get the right advice and support today. Our lawyers have over 25 years' of experience providing clients with support, understanding and practical as well as legal solutions when they are most needed. At AJFL we do things differently. We are not your typical law practice.
We understand that no case is the same and as such, tailor our services to your needs, from the way we contact you to the broad range of fixed fee and pay as you go packages we have available. In short, it really is all about you. As a small practice, you will have the benefit of a tight-knit team that works together. At AJFL every client is introduced to all members of staff, who will always be available to assist you.
We understand that many couples wish to deal with matters privately, quickly and amicably so as to avoid or reduce any acrimony between them as a result of a separation. We encourage our clients to try to resolve matters co-operatively and can provide a broad range of options which may suit your family's needs, such as Collaborative practice and Mediation.
We understand that no case is the same and as such, tailor our services to your needs, from the way we contact you to the broad range of fixed fee and pay as you go packages we have available. In short, it really is all about you. As a small practice, you will have the benefit of a tight-knit team that works together. At AJFL every client is introduced to all members of staff, who will always be available to assist you.
We understand that many couples wish to deal with matters privately, quickly and amicably so as to avoid or reduce any acrimony between them as a result of a separation. We encourage our clients to try to resolve matters co-operatively and can provide a broad range of options which may suit your family's needs, such as Collaborative practice and Mediation.
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Alun Jones Family Law (AJFL) is a niche, future focussed, Specialist Family Law Practice based in Cardiff, South Wales.
AJFL was founded in 2005 by Alun Jones, a Solicitor, Family Mediator and Collaborative Lawyer, with over 20 years experience of working within the legal profession.
At Alun Jones Family Law we have a welcoming, professional team meet the team highly sensitive to the wide ranging needs and requirements of all our clients.
We recognise that the end of a relationship is tragic enough.
AJFL was founded in 2005 by Alun Jones, a Solicitor, Family Mediator and Collaborative Lawyer, with over 20 years experience of working within the legal profession.
At Alun Jones Family Law we have a welcoming, professional team meet the team highly sensitive to the wide ranging needs and requirements of all our clients.
We recognise that the end of a relationship is tragic enough.
You will be working alongside a small team of reputable Family Law Solicitors.
You will deal with a mixed range of work to include primarily financial remedy proceedings and children private law proceedings.
Also to include pre-nuptial arrangements, cohabitation agreements, divorce and civil partnership, injunctions, separation agreements and TOLATA.
Flexible working and excellent salary package available.
You will deal with a mixed range of work to include primarily financial remedy proceedings and children private law proceedings.
Also to include pre-nuptial arrangements, cohabitation agreements, divorce and civil partnership, injunctions, separation agreements and TOLATA.
Flexible working and excellent salary package available.
The most important thing to know before you start divorce proceedings is that you have acceptable grounds for divorce.
This is when one spouse has had voluntary sexual intercourse with someone other than their spouse.
This can sometimes be difficult to prove, unless there is factual evidence such as the birth of a child.
There is no requirement to name the third party in the divorce proceedings.
Indeed, this is very much discouraged nowadays, since it only serves to increase acrimony, not to mention legal costs!
This is when one spouse has had voluntary sexual intercourse with someone other than their spouse.
This can sometimes be difficult to prove, unless there is factual evidence such as the birth of a child.
There is no requirement to name the third party in the divorce proceedings.
Indeed, this is very much discouraged nowadays, since it only serves to increase acrimony, not to mention legal costs!
For most people the divorce process is very straightforward.
Usually no attendance is required at Court by you, your spouse or by your solicitor.
The entire divorce process takes approximately four to six months from start to finish, although in many divorces the process can take nearer to 12 months, this being the time that it often takes to resolve the financial aspects of your divorce.
Nearly all of the steps in the divorce are dealt with by the person who starts the divorce process (the Petitioner).
Usually no attendance is required at Court by you, your spouse or by your solicitor.
The entire divorce process takes approximately four to six months from start to finish, although in many divorces the process can take nearer to 12 months, this being the time that it often takes to resolve the financial aspects of your divorce.
Nearly all of the steps in the divorce are dealt with by the person who starts the divorce process (the Petitioner).
For most, a divorce will be the only time you come into contact with the legal system, so the process can be very stressful and confusing.
Here are a few practical tips to help guide you through.
Acknowledging that your spouse wants to divorce you can be very distressing and hard to accept.
Often, both spouses will be able to acknowledge that a divorce is the best way forward.
However, it is very common for separating couples to take different amounts of time to get through what is often akin to a grieving process.
Here are a few practical tips to help guide you through.
Acknowledging that your spouse wants to divorce you can be very distressing and hard to accept.
Often, both spouses will be able to acknowledge that a divorce is the best way forward.
However, it is very common for separating couples to take different amounts of time to get through what is often akin to a grieving process.
Reviews (15)
Catherine Tydeman
Jul 18, 2024
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After starting a divorce online with no real legal guidance through the process, I was recommended to Alun. Alun gave me expert advice and took over the handling of the situation with the utmost professionalism, including measures to help ensure I would be safe. Alun was the greatest support throughout, he was always reassuring and supportive, and through every wobble I had he showed empathy, understanding, and compassion - while also including firm pep talks that made me feel stronger, more confident and empowered in not letting myself get walked over.
I have nothing but the best things to say about my experience with Alun Jones Family Law and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Alun to anyone, his guidance achieved a fairer outcome than there had been prior to his involvement, and I will always be very very grateful.
I have nothing but the best things to say about my experience with Alun Jones Family Law and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Alun to anyone, his guidance achieved a fairer outcome than there had been prior to his involvement, and I will always be very very grateful.
Richard Bennett
Mar 30, 2024
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Alun helped me to extricate myself from a joint mortgage after a separation which had made practical issues extremely fraught and unnecessarily complex. Alan was personable, reassuring and knowledgeable, and he guided me through the whole experience with skill and compassion. Alun managed to secure a result that was wholly satisfactory for all parties, and throughout the process I found him informative and reliable; he sought to do all the work necessary at the least possible expense to myself, whilst still making himself available whenever I needed him.
I would recommend Alun's service to anyone needing a family lawyer for whatever the issue may be. I also found him to be a genuinely nice guy on the occasions when we had a meeting. Thanks again to you Alun, and the rest of the staff there.
I would recommend Alun's service to anyone needing a family lawyer for whatever the issue may be. I also found him to be a genuinely nice guy on the occasions when we had a meeting. Thanks again to you Alun, and the rest of the staff there.
Kay Partridge
Jan 31, 2024
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Jon Fuller
Jan 08, 2024
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Lee Dixon
Dec 21, 2022
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G. R.
Dec 14, 2021
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Heather
Nov 18, 2021
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The team have been outstanding and extremely helpful in what have been very trying & traumatic circumstances. Rhian has been an absolute star, as has Alun, Hannah & Sarah. They are all so helpful & extremely professional. I felt reassured every step of the way with this tight knit team. Their correspondence is to the point & they dont waste your time with rambling letters as opposed to the other side! I was professionally guided through our court hearing and they always explained every step. Definitely recommend.
Sorin Annuar
Mar 02, 2021
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Steve Day
Dec 12, 2020
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Vicki Berger
Aug 07, 2020
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I approached Alun for advice for a sensitive family matter in september 2019. Alun has since supported me for the past year through what I can only describe as an incredibly difficult time for myself and my family. Alun, Sarah and Hannah have kept me informed throughout my case, including through the somewhat trying times of the covid19 epidemic. I would thoroughly recommend Alun Jones Family law to anyone who ever requires any family legal advice/representation. They are professional, informative and above all supportive through what may be a very difficult time.
David Simpson
Aug 03, 2020
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Tony O'Sullivan
Jul 30, 2020
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When I first contacted Alun Jones Family Law, I was a blubbering mess! In the middle of a child-centred dispute that was so convoluted, it was hard to tell up from down, Alun and his team skillfully and tactfully guided me down the path that eventually led to just about everything I could possibly ask for my children. What struck me on that first day was Aluns openness about his ability, the costs, the system we would be fighting within.
I felt immediately better and more prepared after just one conversation. As we continued down the path we set off on, i was astounded at Aluns desire to mediate and compromise. Something that was lacking in the 'other sides' approach. Considering myself a fair and just person, it is this attitude that convinced me I had found the right solicitor. Even when the ball was firmly in our court, Alun and I were always on the same page, only ever considering what was best for my children rather than 'what we could get away with'.
It is this sentiment that will see me return to Alun Jones Family Law practice should I need any form of legal help or assistance in the future. I cannot recommend them enough! This would not be a thorough review if I did not give a shout to Sarah, who skillfully deciphered my incoherent wailing on that first phone call and Hannah, who guided me through our court hearings and NEVER left me out of the loop or in a position where I didnt understand something. Whilst I would like to take some of the credit, I have to say that the entirely favourable position my children are in now is in no small way due to the efforts of these people. Not in this life will I be able to properly convey my gratitude. The words simply don't exist. X
I felt immediately better and more prepared after just one conversation. As we continued down the path we set off on, i was astounded at Aluns desire to mediate and compromise. Something that was lacking in the 'other sides' approach. Considering myself a fair and just person, it is this attitude that convinced me I had found the right solicitor. Even when the ball was firmly in our court, Alun and I were always on the same page, only ever considering what was best for my children rather than 'what we could get away with'.
It is this sentiment that will see me return to Alun Jones Family Law practice should I need any form of legal help or assistance in the future. I cannot recommend them enough! This would not be a thorough review if I did not give a shout to Sarah, who skillfully deciphered my incoherent wailing on that first phone call and Hannah, who guided me through our court hearings and NEVER left me out of the loop or in a position where I didnt understand something. Whilst I would like to take some of the credit, I have to say that the entirely favourable position my children are in now is in no small way due to the efforts of these people. Not in this life will I be able to properly convey my gratitude. The words simply don't exist. X
Liam Schewitz
Nov 23, 2019
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Mike
Feb 25, 2019
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I cannot speak highly enough about Alun and his firm. I dealt with Alun over a period of several years in relation to my case and throughout he provided wise guidance, advising when it was the right time to apply pressure and equally important, when to back off. My case has finally now concluded very satisfactorily and I'm extremely grateful for all the work Alun did and the advice he gave me to get to this stage. If you're looking for family lawyers in South Wales then I can highly recommend this firm. Thank you Alun, Ceri and the whole team!
Steven Kowlessur
Sep 07, 2018
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Alun helped me enormously with my divorce. He is a very patient person who spent a lot of time dealing with my case. My ex-partner gave me a very difficult time that I was very close to breaking point. I am now happily married with a lovely wife and son. Words are not enough to thank you Alun. Wish you all the best.
