Garfield's background was originally based in family run businesses. Garfield had the opportunity to study law at Staffordshire University in 2003 and whilst studying Garfield went to work with Paul Jenkins Solicitors on a two week work experience and never looked back. Garfield obtained a 2.1 honors degree in 2006 and achieved a commendation in his Legal Practice Course.
Garfield qualified in 2009 and the rest is history. Garfield, Joanne, Sarah and the team have their own vision and expectations for their client's satisfaction and as a result enables the practice to provide the service and quality that we would expect all our clients to receive. Garfield has worked with a number of leading firms in Staffordshire working from a trainee to the head of a large family department.
Garfield prides himself on being able to provide a personalised service throughout his client cases from the start to finish of a case. Therefore, providing his client's with the assurance that the solicitor they have instructed is dealing with their case at all times.
Garfield qualified in 2009 and the rest is history. Garfield, Joanne, Sarah and the team have their own vision and expectations for their client's satisfaction and as a result enables the practice to provide the service and quality that we would expect all our clients to receive. Garfield has worked with a number of leading firms in Staffordshire working from a trainee to the head of a large family department.
Garfield prides himself on being able to provide a personalised service throughout his client cases from the start to finish of a case. Therefore, providing his client's with the assurance that the solicitor they have instructed is dealing with their case at all times.
Services
One of the most worrying aspect of instructing a solicitor is the cost.
Historically a solicitors costs have been based upon the hourly rate.
There are times where exact costs cannot be given and solicitors have no real alternative than to charge by the hour.
However, we firmly believe that this can be limited and that costs can set out in the majority of cases.
Our aim is to provide our client's with the security of knowing exactly where they stand with costs and how much to budget for.
Our structure allows us to provide the very best service to you at a transparent, affordable and fair cost.
Historically a solicitors costs have been based upon the hourly rate.
There are times where exact costs cannot be given and solicitors have no real alternative than to charge by the hour.
However, we firmly believe that this can be limited and that costs can set out in the majority of cases.
Our aim is to provide our client's with the security of knowing exactly where they stand with costs and how much to budget for.
Our structure allows us to provide the very best service to you at a transparent, affordable and fair cost.
Arguably the most stressful aspect of any separation, divorce or dissolution if not handled with skill, care and the right approach.
It is preferable if parties can have some form of an agreement or if an agreement can be reached in mediation.
However, this is not always possible and in these circumstances we are ready to help you.
Whether your financial circumstances are complex, high net worth modest or you just wish to make sure you are have a clean break.
No one case is the same, each case is based upon individual circumstances and as such it is imperative that the right approach is taken for you.
It is preferable if parties can have some form of an agreement or if an agreement can be reached in mediation.
However, this is not always possible and in these circumstances we are ready to help you.
Whether your financial circumstances are complex, high net worth modest or you just wish to make sure you are have a clean break.
No one case is the same, each case is based upon individual circumstances and as such it is imperative that the right approach is taken for you.
Whether you are married or in a civil partnership the end of that relationship can be worrying and stressful leaving you anxious and in the dark about your finances, your home and your children.
In a perfect world it would be great to think that couples could agree their differences and come to an amicable and fair settlement without difficulties.
However, whilst we are sure that this does happen in some cases the vast majority of breakdowns in relationships require help.
Whether that be help with a divorce or dissolution of civil partnership or with settlement of financial assets.
In a perfect world it would be great to think that couples could agree their differences and come to an amicable and fair settlement without difficulties.
However, whilst we are sure that this does happen in some cases the vast majority of breakdowns in relationships require help.
Whether that be help with a divorce or dissolution of civil partnership or with settlement of financial assets.
None of us like to think about of our own mortality yet we all strive to look after our dependent's, partners and family for the future.
In the event of divorce, an existing will may remain in force until the decree absolute is granted.
Generally, a new will would be required at the onset of a divorce.
In addition, if there is jointly owned property, severance of how that property is held will also have to be considered.
Whether you need to update your existing will or write a new will we can provide you with a professional service that will make provision for your loved ones in the event of your passing.
In the event of divorce, an existing will may remain in force until the decree absolute is granted.
Generally, a new will would be required at the onset of a divorce.
In addition, if there is jointly owned property, severance of how that property is held will also have to be considered.
Whether you need to update your existing will or write a new will we can provide you with a professional service that will make provision for your loved ones in the event of your passing.
We strive to provide you the best possible service.
However, if at any point you become unhappy or concerned about the service we have provided then you should inform us immediately, so that we can do our best to resolve the problem.
In most cases, an informal chat with the solicitor responsible for your matter will resolve your concerns.
If it does not, you can formalise your complaint or speak to someone other than the solicitor responsible for your matter.
The following information summarises how we handle complaints relating to activities that are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority ('SRA') and other legal services falling within the remit of the Legal Ombudsman.
However, if at any point you become unhappy or concerned about the service we have provided then you should inform us immediately, so that we can do our best to resolve the problem.
In most cases, an informal chat with the solicitor responsible for your matter will resolve your concerns.
If it does not, you can formalise your complaint or speak to someone other than the solicitor responsible for your matter.
The following information summarises how we handle complaints relating to activities that are regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority ('SRA') and other legal services falling within the remit of the Legal Ombudsman.
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