Business Details
Your Trusted Family Law Solicitors in Southport
At Peterson Solicitors, we prioritise understanding our clients' needs, particularly during the challenging periods of marital breakdown and separation. With over four decades of experience in family law, our principal solicitor Gail Peterson leads a dedicated team specialising in matrimonial, family and civil partnership disputes. We combine extensive legal expertise with a compassionate approach, utilising negotiation where possible while maintaining capability in contested proceedings.Our membership in Resolution and the Solicitors Family Law Association, alongside Gail's former leadership roles in the Southport and Ormskirk Law Society, underscores our professional standing. We provide transparent cost structures and maintain offices in Southport, serving clients across the region with discretion and efficiency.
Services
Divorce Proceedings
Family Law Disputes
Civil Partnerships
Cohabitation Agreements
Child Arrangements
Highlights and features
- 40+ years' experience in family law specialism
- Expert negotiation and litigation capabilities
- Resolution membership for ethical practice
- Personalised client support through difficult times
- Established local reputation in Southport area
Associations and certifications
- The Solicitors Regulation Authority
What people say
Kind and compassionate manner
Support and pushing me forwards
Made me feel like I mattered
Resolved swiftly without distress
Bestest legal representation
Services
Divorce Proceedings
We handle all aspects of divorce proceedings with professional discretion. Our expertise covers financial settlements, child custody arrangements and prenuptial agreements. With extensive courtroom experience, we provide strategic representation while prioritising amicable resolutions where possible.
Family Law Disputes
Specialising in family law conflicts including child maintenance, visitation rights and property division. We offer pragmatic advice on post-separation arrangements. Our approach balances legal acumen with understanding of emotional complexities inherent in family disputes.
Civil Partnerships
Providing comprehensive legal support for civil partnership formations and dissolutions. We advise on rights and responsibilities including financial obligations and child-related matters. Our guidance ensures clients understand their legal position throughout the process.
Cohabitation Agreements
Drafting and reviewing cohabitation agreements to protect assets and clarify responsibilities. We address property ownership, financial arrangements and child care provisions. Our agreements provide legal security for unmarried couples in domestic partnerships.
Child Arrangements
Specialist guidance on child custody, visitation rights and maintenance. We prioritise children's welfare while protecting parental interests. Our experience covers complex cases involving relocation, education and safeguarding concerns.
People
Gail Peterson
Principal Solicitor
With over 40 years' experience in family law, Gail Peterson qualified through the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives before becoming a Solicitor. Former president of Southport and Ormskirk Law Society, she specialises in matrimonial disputes with Resolution membership.
Stacy Williams
Associate Legal Executive
Stacy Williams brings 30 years' legal experience to family law matters. As an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives, she provides empathetic support for clients dealing with separation and child-related disputes.
Questions
What family law services do you specialise in?
We focus on divorce proceedings, child arrangements, civil partnerships and cohabitation disputes, providing expert legal guidance tailored to individual circumstances.
How much experience do you have in family law?
Our principal solicitor has over 40 years' experience in family law matters, supported by associates with combined decades of specialist practice.
What approach do you take to divorce cases?
We prioritise negotiated settlements where possible, but maintain strong litigation capabilities for contested proceedings, always focusing on clients' best interests.
Are your legal costs transparent?
Yes, we provide clear cost structures upfront with no hidden fees, ensuring clients understand financial commitments throughout their case.
Do you serve areas beyond Southport?
While based in Southport, we serve clients across Preston, Ormskirk and surrounding regions for all family law matters.
