Family law / Same Sex Couples and LGBTQ+ Family Law
Inclusive Legal Advice for LGBTQ+ Life Moments
Our LGBTQ+ family law services are built around people, providing inclusive advice on everything from separation to parenting. We offer a structured approach to ensure your rights.
Family Law Services for Same-Sex Couples and LGBTQ+ Individuals
Introduction
We warmly welcome same-sex couples and LGBTQ+ individuals seeking family law support, recognising the unique experiences and challenges you may face. Our inclusive, compassionate solicitors provide expert advice on a wide range of family law matters, including civil partnerships, marriage, adoption, surrogacy, parental rights, divorce, and dissolution. Serving clients across England and Wales, we are committed to protecting your rights and supporting your family’s wellbeing with sensitivity and respect. Our dedicated team offers fixed-fee consultations and personalised legal guidance tailored to your individual circumstances, helping you navigate every step with confidence and care.
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Your Family Law Journey
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The relevant paperwork is submitted to the court. The court will then issue the application and sends it to the CAFCASS (Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service). We will then serve a copy of the court papers to the other parent.
Conflict Checks
Before we can discuss your situation with you, we’ll need to run a conflict check. This just means checking that we’re not already acting for, or talking to, another party in your situation.
Spousal Maintenance
Your ConsultationSpousal Maintenance payments are made from one spouse to the other following a divorce. Spousal Maintenance payments are separate from child maintenance payments and are not an automatic right of any spouse.
Next Steps
What happens next is up to you. You can get started on the next steps right away, or take some time to think about it, or decide that the next steps aren’t for you. No pressure, no fuss.
LYONS BOWE ENQUIRY STRUCTURE
Your Family Law Journey
Submit an Enquiry
The relevant paperwork is submitted to the court. The court will then issue the application and sends it to the CAFCASS (Children and Family Court Advisory Support Service). We will then serve a copy of the court papers to the other parent.
Conflict Checks
Before we can discuss your situation with you, we’ll need to run a conflict check. This just means checking that we’re not already acting for, or talking to, another party in your situation.
Spousal Maintenance
Your ConsultationSpousal Maintenance payments are made from one spouse to the other following a divorce. Spousal Maintenance payments are separate from child maintenance payments and are not an automatic right of any spouse.
Next Steps
What happens next is up to you. You can get started on the next steps right away, or take some time to think about it, or decide that the next steps aren’t for you. No pressure, no fuss.
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Other Services We Offer
A Better Way to Separate
Helping Families Move Forward.
We know that taking the first step can feel overwhelming. Many clients worry about conflict, costs, or simply coping with the change. That’s why we’ve created a structured and supportive approach to separation one that focuses on understanding, clarity, and the best outcome for everyone involved.
What you can expect:
A calm, supportive environment to talk things through
A calm, resolution-focused approach
Clear guidance on your legal options
Support for co-parenting and future planning that keeps children at the centre
Fixed fees available where possible
A team who will truly listen, not judge
What legal services does Lyons Bowe offer for same-sex couples?
Lyons Bowe provides comprehensive family law services for same-sex couples, including marriage and civil partnership advice, prenuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements, adoption, surrogacy, and parental rights, all in line with UK family law.
Can same-sex couples enter into prenuptial or cohabitation agreements with Lyons Bowe?
Yes. Lyons Bowe drafts clear and legally recognised agreements to help protect property, finances, and assets for same-sex couples, ensuring long-term security and clarity.
How does Lyons Bowe support LGBTQ+ parents with adoption and parental rights?
Lyons Bowe guides LGBTQ+ couples through adoption, surrogacy, and parental responsibility agreements. Our solicitors ensure parental rights are legally recognised and secure under UK law.
Can same-sex couples dissolve a marriage or civil partnership through Lyons Bowe?
Yes. Lyons Bowe helps clients navigate no-fault divorce and civil partnership dissolution, including financial settlements and child arrangements, ensuring a smooth process that complies with UK family law.
What legal protections are available for same-sex couples who are not married or in a civil partnership?
Unmarried same-sex couples do not have the same rights as married couples. Lyons Bowe provides legal advice on cohabitation agreements, property ownership, and wills to protect both partners’ interests.
How does Lyons Bowe support transgender and non-binary clients in family law matters?
Lyons Bowe offers inclusive and sensitive legal services tailored to transgender and non-binary clients, covering areas such as parental rights, marriage and civil partnership law, and name or gender recognition issues.
Can Lyons Bowe help LGBTQ+ couples with international family law issues?
Yes. Lyons Bowe advises on cross-border family law matters, including international adoption, recognition of foreign marriages or partnerships, and relocation issues, ensuring compliance with UK and international law.
Why choose Lyons Bowe for LGBTQ+ family law advice?
Lyons Bowe’s solicitors are experienced, inclusive, and committed to protecting the rights of LGBTQ+ individuals and families. We provide clear, compassionate, and practical legal advice tailored to your circumstances.
