Founded by Lisa Smith, a specialist family law Barrister with over 25 years of experience, we provide expert, client-focused legal advice. Whether you need support with a complex divorce, child arrangements, or a financial settlement, we offer objective, honest, and compassionate guidance tailored to your unique circumstances.
Our Family Law Services in Bedford
We know that no two families are exactly alike. Our specialist solicitors cover all aspects of family law, providing residents of Bedford with top-rated legal representation without the need to travel to a city-centre firm.
Divorce and Separation
Navigating the end of a marriage or civil partnership is emotionally and practically challenging. Our divorce solicitors in Bedford will guide you through the legal process of separation smoothly and cost-effectively, aiming to resolve issues constructively to keep unnecessary stress to a minimum.
Child Arrangements
Children should always come first. If you and your ex-partner are struggling to agree on where your children will live or how much time they will spend with each parent, we can help. We assist Bedford parents in negotiating Child Arrangement Orders, always prioritising the welfare of the children involved.
Financial Settlements
Separating your finances can be one of the most complex parts of a divorce. From property and pensions to business assets and maintenance, we ensure that you achieve a fair and secure financial settlement to protect your future.
Pre-Nuptial, Post-Nuptial & Co-habitation Agreements
Protect your assets and plan for the future with certainty. We help couples in Bedford draft legally sound Co-habitation Agreements for unmarried couples living together, as well as Pre-nuptial and Post-nuptial agreements for those who are married or planning to marry.
Grandparent Contact
When families separate, grandparents can sometimes lose touch with their grandchildren. We offer specialist advice for grandparents seeking to re-establish contact and maintain those vital family bonds.
Injunctions and Domestic Protection
If you have been the victim of domestic abuse or require urgent protection from a former partner, our team acts quickly and discreetly to secure Non-Molestation Orders and Occupation Orders (Injunctions) to keep you and your family safe.
Why Choose Heritage Park Family Law in Bedford?
We understand how important it is to feel completely comfortable with your family lawyer. We adhere strictly to the Resolution Code of Conduct, ensuring we treat you with respect, integrity, and without judgment.
Barrister-Led Expertise: Benefit from the guidance of a specialist family law Barrister, ensuring you have robust representation whether negotiating out of court or fighting hard for you in proceedings.
Remote & Flexible Appointments: While we have a discreet office location in nearby Ampthill, we offer comprehensive remote video calls. You don’t need to take time off work to travel, we even offer evening and weekend appointments on request.
Fixed Fee Initial Discussions: We offer a reduced-rate, fixed-fee initial discussion. We will assess your situation, explain your options, and provide clear transparency regarding the likely costs involved so you can budget effectively.
Tailored Costs: We offer a blend of fixed-fee and hourly rate service packages, allowing you to choose as much or as little legal intervention as you need.
Get in Touch with our Bedford Family Lawyers
You don’t have to face family disputes alone. Take control of your situation today by speaking with our top-rated specialists.
Call us now on 01525 406030 or fill in our online enquiry form to request a no-obligation callback at a time that suits you.
(Please note: We do not offer legal aid).
Testimonials
A big thank you to Lisa for the help in my daughters divorce. Highly recommended.
Mr K.B.
Thank you so very much for your expert advice and guidance over the past 3 years. As I say I just can’t believe what an amazing effect it has had on me since walking from the court yesterday! I don’t mind saying as I walked back to the car park I shed a few tears of total relief of my nightmares finally coming to an end! Life can now start again and I can look forward with so much more positivity and control of it.
Mr J.S.
Going through any legal battle is difficult at best, but when it involves family and children it is somewhat made even more difficult. What you get from Lisa is someone who takes time to listen, to gauge the important issues and to advise accordingly, but with a sense that she knows your view and knows exactly what will be best for all parties.Totally professional in every aspect and fantastic in court. Without her approach the whole episode would have been far worse to get through.Highly recommended is an understatement.
Mr H.H.
