Family Law FAQ’s

Yes, and this is one of the most common situations we see. Being cut off from joint accounts, having income withheld, or simply not having savings of your own is often a deliberate pressure tactic during separation, not a coincidence.

There are several ways to address this. First, your initial appointment with us is free, so getting advice costs nothing upfront. Second, if your former partner has the financial capacity to pay and you can’t currently support yourself, you may be entitled to spousal maintenance, including urgent applications that can be heard before your final property settlement. Third, where appropriate, we offer fixed fee arrangements and access to funding through JustFund, so ongoing legal costs don’t fall entirely on you right now.

The combination of these options means a lack of funds today doesn’t have to determine how your matter ends. Don’t let financial pressure push you into agreeing to something you wouldn’t otherwise accept. Talk to us first.