A separation, divorce or difficulty involving a child often disrupts the organisation of an entire family. The decisions that need to be made can also have significant financial and wealth-related consequences.
LEGALCY AVOCATS CONSEILS assists you with family law matters in Angoulême and Paris, with particular expertise in issues relating to individuals, couples and children.
The firm's approach is based on a precise analysis of your situation, the search for an appropriate solution and, where necessary, the defence of your interests in contentious proceedings.
LEGALCY AVOCATS CONSEILS assists you with family law matters in Angoulême and Paris, with particular expertise in issues relating to individuals, couples and children.
The firm's approach is based on a precise analysis of your situation, the search for an appropriate solution and, where necessary, the defence of your interests in contentious proceedings.
Amicable and judicial divorces
Every divorce is different. When spouses agree on the principle of their separation and its consequences, an amicable route may be considered. Where disagreements remain, judicial proceedings may be necessary:- Divorce on the grounds of marital misconduct, where one spouse has committed a serious or repeated breach of their marital obligations;
- Divorce on the grounds of permanent breakdown of the marital relationship, where the spouses' community of life has ended for more than one year;
- Divorce by mutual acceptance of the principle of divorce, where the spouses agree on the principle of divorce but not on certain consequences.
The firm assists you in choosing the appropriate procedure, preparing applications and managing the consequences of the separation.
The matters considered include interim measures, spousal maintenance, the compensatory allowance and the organisation of family life during the proceedings.
The aim is to enable you to understand the issues involved in your divorce and make legally secure decisions.
Children, parental authority and residence
When children are involved, separation requires a new organisation of family life.The firm advises in particular on matters relating to parental authority, its joint exercise or, in certain circumstances, its exclusive exercise.
Indeed, the child's residence may be organised at the home of one parent or on an alternating-residence basis. Contact and overnight access arrangements must also be adapted to the child's needs and the family's circumstances.
Please note: rights of contact and accommodation may also concern relationships between grandparents and grandchildren.
The difficulties can be numerous: moving house, geographical distance, failure to comply with a decision, parental disagreement or a breakdown in relations with the child.
A family lawyer can advise you on these various issues, help secure the organisation of family life and, where necessary, defend your interests in contentious proceedings.
Child support and urgent measures
Separation frequently raises financial issues relating to the maintenance and education of children.The firm assists you with setting, reviewing or indexing child support, as well as with issues relating to unpaid amounts and the allocation of expenses.
Some situations require rapid intervention. In cases of serious family conflict or danger to the child, urgent measures may be sought.
Where the conditions are met, a protection order may also be considered.
The Family Court may be petitioned to establish or amend measures relating to parental authority, residence, contact rights or contributions towards the maintenance of the children.
FAMILY LAW FAQ
Can I consult a family lawyer in Angoulême before starting divorce proceedings?
Yes. A consultation makes it possible to analyse your family, wealth and financial situation before taking any steps and to identify the procedure best suited to your circumstances.
How is children's residence determined after a separation?
Residence is determined according to the child's best interests. Depending on the family situation, it may be organised with one parent or on an alternating-residence basis.
Does the firm appear before the Family Court in Angoulême and Paris?
Yes. LEGALCY AVOCATS CONSEILS handles proceedings relating to divorce, parental authority, children's residence, contact rights and child support throughout France, as well as in the French overseas territories.