home about services journal get in touch properties for sale privacy and cookies Divorce and Family We aim to ease the emotional pressures that divorce brings with a speedy and cost effective solution. The breakdown of a marriage, civil partnership, or a relationship is a very difficult time for all concerned. However, even when legal help is the last thing on a client’s mind, it is still important to seek professional advice at an early stage. We aim to relieve some of the emotional pressures through a speedy and cost effective resolution. Our reputation in this area is particularly strong. Our Family Law Department provides sympathetic advice in cases involving: Mediation Separation Divorce Children Pre-Nuptial and Cohabitation Agreements Mediation Ewan Campbell, Associate Accredited Family Law Specialist Following a relationship breakdown, there are often difficult decisions to be made about children, money and property. To help them reach those decisions, some couples find it helpful to attend mediation. This involves the couple meeting in a neutral venue, where an independent mediator will assist them in identifying issues to be discussed, exploring possible options and moving towards a mutually acceptable solution. Separation If a relationship has broken down irretrievably, it is important that the financial and other consequences of the breakdown are set out in a formal negotiated Agreement. This can avoid the delay and expense of court proceedings. Divorce When a client wishes to raise divorce proceedings, we aim to complete the action as swiftly and as painlessly as possible. If there are no children or financial issues involved, and the parties have lived apart for the relevant period, it may be possible to apply for a divorce under a simplified procedure. Should a divorce action be raised against a client, we will advise that client on how it should be dealt with and take appropriate steps to protect the client’s interests. Children When a relationship between parents breaks down, the first thoughts are usually for the children. We offer a specialist and sympathetic service to children of all ages. We have expertise in advising and representing children both in the course of negotiations out of court and, if necessary, in the Sheriff Court and Court of Session. Pre-Nuptial and Cohabitation Agreements As well having expertise in all aspects of married couples, civil partners, and cohabitees, and the children of these relationships, we also offer specialist advice on pre-nuptial and cohabitee agreements to safeguard existing assets and protect against problems that might arise when couples choose to live together. Get in Touch Solicitors + Estate Agents Buying or selling property Search property for sale Making a will Family + divorce Personal injury Financial Claims Stay in touch on social media About History Us Recruitment Services Buying and Selling Property Divorce and Family Lender Services Litigation Private Client Estate Agency All Properties for Sale Property for sale in Edinburgh and Lothians List of office locations Edinburgh Office 27 Rutland Square Edinburgh EH1 2BU Telephone0131 228 5500 Fax0131 460 7333 RA Direct 27 Rutland Square Edinburgh EH1 2BU Telephone0131 221 8330 Fax0131 460 7332 Edinburgh Property Office 27 Rutland Square Edinburgh EH1 2BU Telephone0131 202 0600 Fax0131 460 7333 Russel + Aitken Edinburgh is a firm of solicitors, lawyers and estate agents based in Edinburgh. Russel + Aitken Edinburgh is the trading name of Russel + Aitken Edinburgh LLP a limited liability partnership registered in Scotland No. SO307093. Registered Office 27 Rutland Square, Edinburgh EH1 2BU . Telephone 0131 228 5500. Unless otherwise stated and attributed, all content within this website is copyright © Russel + Aitken Edinburgh LLP 2002-2021