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The importance of seeking legal
advice sooner rather than later.
In times of economic pressure on families there is a strong
temptation for people to try to avoid legal costs when
their relationships break down and “go it alone”, by
resolving matters by direct discussions. This will
sometimes work, but we have seen a number of cases
recently when parties have done this and one of them has
severely prejudiced his or her financial position, typically
by agreeing that the matrimonial home be sold and the
net equity divided equally, which is not always a sensible
solution.
It is extremely important to seek legal advice at the
earliest possible stage so that decisions are taken with the
benefit of information and advice as to the legal position.
In particular, it is essential to remember that issues of
capital, pensions and income are closely linked and should
all be dealt with at the same time. What happens to the
home should not be dealt with in isolation.
This is why we remain firmly committed to offering a free
initial half-hour interview, with no obligation. In that
time we are able to give potential clients a legal overview
of their case and general guidance as to how it should be
approached and how possible pitfalls might be avoided.
If you think that you would benefit from an initial free
consultation please telephone Lynn Henderson on 01483
901060 or e mail lynn@hendersonsfamilylaw.co.uk.
with some twilight games. Friday:
31 Bushwhacking and Bivouac Building - Travel
off the beaten path to the wild woods, learn
how to square-lash knots and build a survival shelter.
Sounds to me like a lot of fun, especially for those who
like being outside. The cost is £35 a day or £150 for 5
days and it runs from 9am to 4.30pm each day. You
need to book by calling 01932 868113. Painshill Park is
situated at Portsmouth Road, Cobham, Surrey, KT11
1JE to find out more about this and all the other events
going on, have a look at their website
www.painshill.co.uk.
Solitaire is a non-profit members’ owned club for
people on their own. They provide a safe environment
for people on their own through bereavement or
separation to regain an active and exciting social life.
They are not a singles club but with over 150
members, they do have a nice balance of both sexes,
so expect stimulating conversation! The majority of
members have had similar experiences to you, so you
will find a lot in common. They are quite an eclectic
mix with age ranges from 40 to 80, and have 20-30
hosted events planned every month. They have their
own private section on Facebook which allows for
more ad hoc or last minute events and there is plenty
to choose from. The best part? You decide what you
want to attend; it’s a ‘pick & mix’ social life. The
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For all family law matters:
• Specialist legal advice
• Collaborative law
• Mediation
FREE initial half hour
t: 01483 901060
e: lynn@hendersonsfamilylaw.co.uk
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The White House,
2a Meadrow,
Godalming,
Surrey GU7 3HN
second best part? It’s only £30 per year and you can
try them out for free before you join. Check out the
web site www.solitairesocialclub.org and/or telephone
07957 305534 or 01252 821176 and talk to someone
on their contact list. Male and female non-members
who are interested in exploring what Solitaire has to
offer are advised to come to a club night and meet a
few of the members and committee members and see
a little of what is on offer. They usually meet in a pub
from 8pm onwards and finish around 10.30pm, but
you can arrive and leave whatever time you choose.
Look out for their ‘Blue Book’ with Solitaire on the
spine and there is usually a little sign on the table.
On Thursday 21st February at 2pm and 3:45pm in The
Electric Theatre, Guildford, the irrepressible Alasdair
Malloy will conduct the Guildford Philharmonic
Concert Party in two fantastic concerts suitable for all
ages from toddlers to grandparents. Come and join
Alasdair and the Guildford Philharmonic in the amazing
Musical Menagerie with some animal antics featuring
our furry, feathered and finned friends. Bring a toy
animal to join in the fun and listen out for music about
cats and dogs, kangaroos and koalas, birds and bees
and creatures that live under the sea or in the jungle!
The programme includes Tchaikovsky’s Dance of the
Cygnets, Andersen’s The Waltzing Cat,
Churchill’s Never Smile at a Crocodile, Saint- 38
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