Enforcement of orders & agreements

Changing circumstances

Despite the best efforts of lawyers or the courts, we recognise that life is not always predictable. Circumstances can change and the practicalities of what was once agreed may not work following such changes.

Perhaps there has been a change in employment status, a previously undisclosed point has come to light, an unexpected downturn in fortunes or even a windfall such as an inheritance. Whatever the situation, we have experience in dealing with these challenging scenarios.

Whether you need to change something you have previously agreed as you feel your circumstances have changed or if you are being asked to make changes by your former partner to an existing agreement, we can help.

We will consider the available options with you and work to find the best possible outcome for you. We will still strive to keep you out of an expensive court process, but where necessary we can guide you on what you need to do to either enforce an existing agreement or have a formal variation approved by the court.

When obligations are not adhered to

Sadly, even where court orders have been made or binding agreements concluded, there can also be circumstances where one party is simply unwilling to adhere to their obligations. Perhaps it is that ongoing maintenance is not being paid, a house sale is being frustrated or a child arrangements order is not being adhered to.