I am a Family Law solicitor, based in Chichester. I am also a member of Resolution, and I have recently trained as a collaborative lawyer.
I have always felt passionate about making every effort to utilise non-court dispute resolution methods in the context of family law. Situations where conflicts arise as a consequence of separation, or as a result of disagreements surrounding children are, understandably, very emotionally charged.
No-one enters a relationship or has children anticipating a breakup or parental conflict. Balancing those emotions, while striving to achieve the best outcome for the client or the family as whole is frequently challenging, but something that I have always felt very strongly about.
After all, how the conflict is managed at this stage can be the difference between former husband and wife remaining amicable, after sharing many years together, and mum and dad continuing to effectively co-parent their children, who are then safeguarded from conflict. Although the family is likely to change and take a different form, it is important, where appropriate, to do what is possible to preserve the existence of the family unit.
I grew up outside England, but I have been living on the South Coast of Hampshire for many years now. Majority of my spare time is spent running after our red labrador, Rodney (who is insatiable), and tending to our two rescue cats (Gary and Boris), with most of our family and friends joining in these efforts.
Tel: 01243 769 001
Email: jelena@ecfamilylaw.co.uk
Website: www.ecfamilylaw.co.uk