Wirral
Paul McCartney sang So ferry ‘cross the Mersey ‘Cause this land’s the place I love And here I’ll stay.
Experience the Mersey Ferry for yourself from WIRRAL in North West England, near Liverpool. According to the Royal Mail (March 2015), the most desirable place to live in the England is Bebington CH63, with Eastham CH62 (ranked 8th) and Wallasey CH45 (ranked 9th). So, it’s absolutely worth checking out!
What to see and do in and around Wirral
The Black Pearl – ah hoy me hearties, get your pirate voice happening and be ready to immerse yourself in this interactive artwork. Magazines Promenade, New Brighton, Wallasey CH45 1NX
Wirral Country Park – if it’s wide opens space and fresh sea air you’re after, this is the place to get it in abundance. Station Rd, Thurstaston, Wirral CH61 0HN
Floral Pavilion Theatre – as soon as you know the dates you’ll be in Wirral, visit the Theatres’ website to see what’s on. The program offers something for everyone – from kids shows, West End Musicals, comedy gigs, opera, ballet and more. Marine Promenade, New Brighton, Wallasey CH45 2JS
Brimstage Maze – Challenge yourself and your family/friends to a maze race. They are the best fun! However, the maze is only one of numerous activities to immerse yourself in. Go on, you know you want to. Brimstage Rd, Birkenhead, Wirral CH63 6JA
Find a family solicitor in the Wirral
Wirral Family Law & Mediation- “Wirral Family Law & Mediation is a leading law firm specialising in family mediation”. – 15-19 Allport Ln, Bromborough, Birkenhead, Wirral CH62 7HH
Jackson Lees- “The Jackson Lees Group is an award-winning, forward-thinking law firm in the North West with one common mission; to make a positive difference through the practice of law”. – 90-92 Telegraph Rd, Heswall, Wirral CH60 0AQ
Kirwans Solicitors – “Our team of leading family lawyers will guide you through the complexities of family law and offer the best advice for you and your family”. – 236-238 Hoylake Rd, Greasby, Wirral CH46 6AD
Campion Solicitors – “We will offer you expert and affordable solutions on all family law matters”. – 4 Milner Rd, Heswall, Wirral CH60 5RZ
Family Lawyers & Family Courts
Being a Family Lawyer is pretty lucrative as apparently 48% of marriages end in divorce for a variety of reasons. From affairs or domestic abuse, to unreasonable behaviour in the form of alcoholism or using recreational drugs; marriages can last a few months right up to many years.
It is well documented that the Family Courts are in chaos. As of 1st April 2013, Legal Aid for divorce cases in England and Wales was withdrawn by the government. Legal Aid funding is not allowed for divorce or family law cases unless the party applying is a victim of domestic violence. The rules are very strict and it’s all means tested. In many cases, the applicant has to be on what’s termed a “passporting benefit”, which is a benefit the applicant is receiving purely because they have no assets or other income.
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Legal Aid
With legal aid unobtainable for the majority, this leaves many people acting as LIP’s (Litigant in Person) in the courts and with very little legal knowledge, Judges are left guiding these poor folks through court cases where they don’t have the correct paperwork and documents or through cross-examining their ex. It’s sheer courtroom drama.
McKenzie Friends
For those who have very little income, there are practices which are run by McKenzie Friends. These are people who can accompany someone to their court case, to help them as they are a LIP and unrepresented by a Solicitor or Barrister. The McKenzie Friend can sit in the courtroom with the LIP and offer support and advice as well as taking notes. They can also very quietly provide divorce legal advice.
There are a few things that a McKenzie Friend is unable to do. They cannot conduct litigation; this has to be done by the LIP and neither can they file court documents or statements. If you want further information on this, there is a Practice Direction issued by the Family Courts.
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