Our domestic abuse solicitors are here to help
Often, those in an abusive relationship find it hard to see how to get out of it. If you or a member of your family is a victim of domestic abuse it is important that you contact our team today.
Our domestic abuse solicitors are experienced in helping people like you to find a way to quickly and discreetly feel safe and secure.
Royds Withy King Family Department are highly recommended in the “The Times Best Law Firms” 2019 survey
Our priority is to make sure you and your family are safe and protected.
We can help victims of domestic abuse – fast
As a victim of domestic abuse, the first thing on your mind will be to remove the threat of further harm, abuse or intimidation – and to protect yourself and your family.
We can do this through something called an emergency non molestation court order. This can remove the immediate threat, or an occupation order could remove your abusive partner’s rights to live in your home for a period of time. Our domestic abuse solicitors have helped many people in your situation. They will work with the utmost sensitivity to provide protection for you quickly.
Funding
As a victim of domestic abuse, you may be entitled to free legal assistance public funding provided certain criteria set by the Legal Aid Agency are met. We are normally in a position to confirm to you whether you are entitled to legal aid by discussing your circumstances and reviewing certain financial documents.
The Family team's credentials
“What the team is known for: Highly experienced at taking on financial remedy cases. Focuses on settling issues through collaboration or mediation where possible, and through litigation if necessary. Active representing guardians in public law care proceedings. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients): “They are highly skilled and committed professionals who work incredibly hard and diligently for their clients.” “They provided an excellent service in a very straightforward and non-technical way.” Notable practitioners: Richard Ellis (Band 2) enjoys a strong reputation for his public children expertise, and is also skilled at taking on matrimonial finance cases. He is hailed by one commentator as “phenomenally good and a great advocate.” Sharon MacDonald (Band 3) frequently represents high net worth clients on alternative dispute resolution proceedings, such as mediation and collaborative law, associated with complicated finance matters. One client reports: “She was very thorough – all the paperwork was correct down to the minutest detail. She obtained a wonderful result for me.” Jon Toogood (Eminent Practitioner) handles matrimonial finance issues in the context of divorce cases, and is a skilled arbitrator and collaborative lawyer. One client praises his “excellent technical knowledge, very good commercial awareness and very good bedside manner.” Katherine Lauder is a Recognised Practitioner.” Chambers 2017 South West
“What the team is known for: Well-known team in the Oxford market, with substantial experience in divorce and financial remedy matters involving complex assets. Also advises on public law children cases, including those involving allegations of non-accidental injury. Strengths (Quotes mainly from clients): “A really good outfit, and universally likeable.” Notable practitioners: Mark Phillips (Band 3) is experienced advising in divorce and financial remedy matters, especially those involving complex assets such as pensions and business interests. One source says of him: “He is very intellectually able, and has a pleasant, persuasive way about him.” Head of the Oxfordshire family team Simon Bassett (Band 3) is particularly active in matrimonial finance cases. One source reports: “I’ve been really impressed with his ability to think creatively around the financial cases, and to look for solutions that aren’t obvious.”” Chambers 2017 Oxford and Surrounds
“Royds Withy King is ‘one of Bath’s leading family law firms’ for collaborative law and mediation, and department head Richard Ellis has ‘a fantastic reputation’ in care proceedings. Also recommended are Sharon MacDonald and Jon Toogood, and newly promoted senior associates Katherine Lauder and Rebecca Stevens.” Legal 500 2016 South West
Simon Bassett is ‘a consistent high performer, particularly in matrimonial finance’. Legal 500 2016 South East
Meet the team
Monicka Rai
Associate
T: 01865 792 300
- Private Children law
- Separation and divorce
- Finances
Jayne McPherson
Senior Associate
T: 01793 847 777
- Children law
- Parents and children
- Special guardianship
Katherine Lauder
Partner
T: 01225 730 100
- Children law
- Special guardianship
- Domestic abuse
Emma Young
Associate
T: 01225 730 100
- Children law
- Special guardianship
- Domestic abuse
Zoe Robinson
Chartered Legal Executive (Fellow)
T: 01225 730 100
- Domestic violence cases
- Private Children Law
- Public Children Law
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