What do judges see as “custody/arrangements mistakes”? Misguided or poorly thought-through actions which suggest a parent cannot
Our Core Legal Services
Family
Specialist advice and representation across all areas of financial remedy proceedings, including property disputes, children-related matters, and complex cases involving business valuations and foreign property.
Strategic advice and expert representation across a wide range of family law, including children proceedings, domestic abuse allegations, finance on divorce, wills and probate, and Court of Protection matters.
Specialist advice and representation across a range of children-related issues and disputes, including Child Arrangements Orders, Specific Issue Orders, Prohibited Steps Orders, Special Guardianship Orders, and intractable disputes.
Strategic advice on allegations of domestic abuse related to family proceedings, including expert representation at fact-finding hearings
The key to success in such cases is a careful and forensic analysis of the history of the parties’ relationship and their financial circumstances. As family law barristers, we are specialist family lawyers who are experienced in analysing cases in this way.
Employment
Specialist advice and tribunal representation across a range of workplace disputes including unfair dismissal, discrimination, whistleblowing, right to work checks, and sponsorship licence matters.
Specialist advice and tribunal representation on unfair dismissal claims and settlements, including unfair procedure and constructive dismissal.
Specialist advice on redundancy matters, including redundancy payments, consultation requirements, and Employment Tribunal claims.
Specialist advice and tribunal representation on Equality Act 2010 matters relating to workplace discrimination claims.
Immigration
Specialist advice and tribunal representation for both individuals and businesses across immigration and nationality matters, including sponsored working and human rights issues.
Practical and specialist advice for individuals and employers on issues including work visa applications, sponsorship licence matters, and Home Office disputes.
Specialist advice and tribunal representation on Indefinite Leave to Remain and citizenship matters, including eligibility requirements and challenges to Home Office decisions
Specialist advice and tribunal representation on immigration matters involving human rights and family life.
As immigration barristers we are experts in Immigration Appeals and Immigration Judicial Reviews. We have many years of experience in handling such matters and understand how to manage disputes to achieve good outcomes for our clients, whether by correspondence with the Home Office, or in court or Tribunal proceedings.
Specialist advice for EEA nationals and family members on settlement status and rights, including EU Settlement Scheme matters and Home Office disputes.
Practical and specialist advice on business-related immigration matters, including visa applications and Home Office compliance.
About Demstone Chambers
Demstone Chambers is a modern set of barristers specialising in Family, Immigration, and Employment law. Based in Milton Keynes, our team delivers clarity and strategic legal support for individuals, families, and businesses across the UK. We pride ourselves on close working relationships, flexible appointment times (including evenings and weekends), and cost-effective rates.
What Does a Barrister Do?
Barristers are legal professionals who specialise in advocacy, legal advice, and court representation. Unlike solicitors, barristers are typically instructed for complex or high-stakes cases where courtroom expertise is essential. At Demstone Chambers, our direct access barristers can be instructed by individuals and businesses without the need for a solicitor, saving you time and expense.
Why Choose Direct Access?
You don’t need a solicitor to get expert legal help. Direct access saves time and money by letting you work with a barrister from the start.
Benefits:
- Direct collaboration Work one-to-one with your barrister from day one
- Faster turnaround Receive advice and representation without solicitor delays
- Cost-effective Transparent fees and fewer intermediaries
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In Family Court financial remedy proceedings, non-matrimonial assets are distinct from matrimonial assets.
What does the family court take into account when making a Financial Order?
A financial order sets out how parties to a divorce shall manage and split their finances and assets after the divorce takes effect.
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Where two people have separated and obtained a divorce in an overseas country, they cannot apply immediately for a financial remedy in England and Wales. Instead, they must first seek the leave of the Court under Part III of the Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984 (“the 1984 Act”). Such applications entail a two-part procedure, as set out below.
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Family lawyers are often asked: “can you appeal against a decision of the Family Court?” The short answer is: “Yes, you can”.