Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Family Law Solicitors in Liverpool
Established in the 1930s, Berkson Family Law has evolved into one of the UK's foremost specialist family law practices. Our firm was founded on principles of individual care and advocacy, positioning ourselves as trusted advisors in complex family legal matters. Over decades, we have expanded our expertise to focus exclusively on family law, including divorce, child arrangements, financial settlements, and emergency protection procedures. Our team, led by director Adele Schofield with over 20 years on the Law Society's Children Panel, combines deep legal knowledge with compassionate client support.We maintain strong local roots in Liverpool while serving clients nationally, prioritising tailored solutions that address each client's unique circumstances. Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by our accreditation from the Solicitors Regulation Authority and our track record of successful outcomes in high-stakes cases.
Services
Divorce Proceedings
Child Arrangements
Financial Settlements
Emergency Protection Orders
Adoption Cases
Domestic Abuse Cases
Care Proceedings
Cohabitation Disputes
Grandparent Rights
International Relocation
Details
- Year established: 1930
Highlights and features
- We have over 90 years' combined experience in specialist family law
- Our director has 20+ years on the Law Society's Children Panel
- We provide emergency protection procedures for vulnerable clients
- Accredited by the Solicitors Regulation Authority since 2018
- Local Liverpool expertise with national case experience
Associations and certifications
- Solicitors Regulation Authority
- Law Society's Children Panel
What people say
Exceptional legal guidance
Compassionate support
Excellent case outcomes
Professional team
Prompt responses
Services
Divorce Proceedings
Our specialist divorce solicitors handle all aspects of marital dissolution including financial settlements and child custody arrangements. We provide strategic legal advice to protect your interests while minimising conflict. Our team has extensive experience in complex financial cases and international divorce matters.
Child Arrangements
We specialise in creating legally binding child custody arrangements that prioritise the child's best interests. Our solicitors assist with contact disputes, relocation cases and emergency protection orders. We have particular expertise in cases involving local authority interventions.
Emergency Protection Orders
Our team provides immediate legal protection for clients facing domestic abuse or child safeguarding concerns. We handle emergency non-molestation orders and occupation orders with urgent court applications when required. Legal aid assessments are available for eligible clients.
Care Proceedings
We represent parents and guardians in local authority care proceedings. Our solicitors have extensive experience challenging care orders and developing alternative care arrangements. We provide clear guidance throughout the complex court process.
Adoption Cases
Our adoption specialists handle all aspects of the adoption process including court applications and challenging placement orders. We provide comprehensive legal support for foster carers and prospective adoptive parents throughout the formal adoption process.
People
Adele Schofield
Director
Specialist children law solicitor with over 20 years on the Law Society's Children Panel. Leads our team in complex child arrangement cases and emergency protection procedures.
Darren Matthews
Senior Solicitor
Experienced family law practitioner qualified since 2003. Provides expert legal advice on divorce proceedings and financial settlements with particular focus on complex asset division.
Rebecca Manley
Senior Solicitor
Specialises in domestic abuse cases and emergency protection orders. Provides compassionate legal support while maintaining strong advocacy in court proceedings.
Erin Spadafora
Solicitor
Family law specialist with particular expertise in cohabitation disputes and financial settlements. Focuses on achieving fair outcomes through negotiation and litigation.
Megan Williams
Solicitor
Recent LLB graduate specialising in child arrangement cases. Combines academic excellence with practical legal skills to support our family law clients.
Questions
What areas of family law do you specialise in?
We specialise in divorce proceedings, child arrangements, emergency protection orders, care proceedings, adoption cases and domestic abuse matters.
Can you help with urgent child protection cases?
Yes, we provide emergency legal assistance for child protection cases including immediate court applications for protection orders.
Do you offer free initial consultations?
We offer a free eligibility discussion to assess your case and legal options.
Are you regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority?
Yes, we are fully authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority (registration number 630037).
Can you help with international child relocation cases?
Yes, our solicitors have experience handling international child custody and relocation matters.
Do you accept legal aid cases?
We offer legal aid assessments to determine eligibility for publicly funded cases.
