It is an unfortunate fact of life that not all marriages are successful. When a relationship breaks down it is not unusual for one or both parties to seek to dissolve the marriage or to obtain a formal Decree of Judicial Separation.

Solie Law offer a sympathetic ear and practical advice on how best to resolve divorce, family & childcare matters. We are experienced at dealing with family break downs and relationship problems and will try and help to reach an amicable but legally binding agreement through negotiation where at all possible, but we will also represent you in any court proceedings if required.

Normally in such cases, it is necessary to decide who is to have access and care and control of children who are under the age of eighteen. The ownership of the assets of the family including the matrimonial home has to be decided between the parties to the marriage and arrangements frequently have to be made for the continuing maintenance of the children and one of the spouses.

We can also advise you on domestic violence, injunctions, wardship, adoption, custody and care proceedings. We operate a 24 hours emergency divorce, family & childcare legal service.

To deal with these problems you need expert assistance from somebody accustomed to dealing with the divorce, family & childcare laws of the Gambia but who is also familiar with the law in your own country so that they can explain to you in terms that you will understand the procedures and options available in relation to the problems that you face. In association with our correspondent lawyers around the world we can provide this service.

Lawyers in The Gambia: Family Disputes

Sadly, it is not uncommon for families to fall out. Perhaps children fall out with stepmother on the death of their father. Children also fall out with parents and parents fall out with each other, often in relation to their children.

Lawyers in The Gambia: Maintenance and Financial Provision

The rules setting out how much financial support you must pay or are entitled to receive vary greatly from country to country. Getting this right has huge financial implications for the parties concerned.

‘Access’ (Visitation) and ‘Custody’ (Residence) of Children

Will you be entitled to see your children? Is the local court likely to permit the children to live with you? Attitudes vary dramatically from country to country. The position of a foreigner can be especially complicated, particularly if they are in dispute with a local person.

Lawyers in The Gambia: Child Abduction (Child Snatch)

This most distressing of situations needs a rapid response from someone who understands the law and procedures in the country where you are living, the country from which the child was taken and the country where the other party resides.