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Navigating family law issues can be emotionally and mentally challenging.
The following wellbeing resources and useful links, alongside the legal advice and support you will receive from Sinclair Law Solicitors, provide additional support for your wellbeing and can help guide you through difficult times.
Website: www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk
Phone: 0808 2000 247
A confidential helpline offering support, advice, and guidance for anyone experiencing domestic abuse. They provide support for those in need and can direct you to local services.
Website: www.citizensadvice.org.uk
Citizens Advice offers free, confidential information on legal rights, family law, financial issues and more. Their online resources and helplines can provide practical advice on how to navigate family law matters.
Website: www.judiciary.uk/family-justice-council
The Family Justice Council provides advice and resources to help individuals understand family law procedures, the role of the courts, and how to access legal services.
Website: www.relate.org.uk
Phone: 0300 100 1234
Relate offers relationship support services including marriage counselling, mediation and support for individuals, couples and families going through difficult transitions. Their services can help with relationship breakdowns, communication and co-parenting.
Website: www.ncdv.org.uk
Phone: 0844 8044 999
The NCDV provides free legal support for victims of domestic abuse. They assist in obtaining emergency protection orders, including injunctions and non molestation orders, and provide referrals to specialist services.
Website: www.samaritans.org
Phone: 116 123
The Samaritans offer emotional support to anyone in distress or experiencing emotional difficulties. Their helpline is available 24/7 and provides a safe space to talk about feelings, anxieties and worries.
Website: www.childline.org.uk
Phone: 0800 1111
Childline is a free, confidential helpline for children and young people. It provides support for a range of issues, including family problems, bullying, and mental health, with a particular focus on young people experiencing distress.
Website: www.cafcass.gov.uk
Cafcass works with children and families involved in family court proceedings, ensuring children’s welfare is central. They provide resources for parents, children, and legal professionals to ensure the best outcomes for children in family law matters.
Website: www.womensaid.org.uk
Phone: 0808 2000 247
Women’s Aid is a leading charity working to end domestic violence against women and children. They offer support, refuge accommodation, and resources for women experiencing abuse, as well as campaigns to improve the laws surrounding domestic violence.
Website: www.mind.org.uk
Phone: 0300 123 3393
Mind provides support for mental health issues that may arise during or after family law disputes, including separation or divorce. They offer guidance, resources and a helpline for individuals who need mental health support.
Website: https://www.gov.uk/child-maintenance-service
The CMS provides support for parents who need assistance with child maintenance payments, especially where parents cannot agree on arrangements. The service is available for both heterosexual and same-sex couples.
Website: www.gov.uk/legal-aid
Phone: 0345 345 4345
Legal Aid provides financial assistance to those who cannot afford the costs of legal representation in family law matters, such as divorce, child custody, or domestic abuse cases. Eligibility for legal aid is based on income, and the Government’s website offers a tool to check if you qualify. Sinclair Law is not able to offer legal aid.
Website: www.gov.uk/browse/justice
This section of the UK Government website offers detailed guidance and information on a wide range of justice-related topics, including family law, court proceedings, domestic abuse support, child welfare, and legal procedures. It’s an essential resource for individuals seeking information on their legal rights and options in family law matters.
Divorce coaches and mediators can help you through the emotional and practical challenges of divorce. They assist in conflict resolution, emotional support and making decisions about the future, including child arrangements and asset division.
Website: www.youngminds.org.uk
Provides guidance for parents on supporting their children’s mental health during divorce, including tips on communication and understanding emotional responses.
Website: www.childline.org.uk
Phone: 0800 1111
Offers confidential support for children and young people dealing with divorce, including advice on coping mechanisms and emotional well-being.
Website: www.gingerbread.org.uk
Provides information for parents on helping children adjust to separation, including understanding children’s feelings and effective communication strategies. Wellbeing resources for children.
Website: www.cafcass.gov.uk
Offers resources and advice to help separated parents make arrangements that serve their children’s best interests, emphasising a co-parenting approach.
Website: www.educators-barnardos.org.uk
Provides guidance on supporting children through parental separation, including practical strategies for helping children cope with loss.
Website: https://www.proud2bparents.co.uk/
Proud 2 b Parents is an inclusive organisation for all routes to parenthood. They are run by and deliver services for LGBT+ parents / carers to be, LGBT+ parents / carers and their children living in Greater Manchester (and the North West). They know how rare organisations like theirs is so their ethos is: if you’re willing to travel they’re happy to welcome you! Sinclair Law are proud to be a corporate sponsor of Proud 2 b Parents.