Family Solicitors in Cleckheaton

Cleckheaton was once known as the carding capital of the world because it traded wire cards used to comb wool for mills in the Heavy Woollen District. Although it has a Bradford postcode, Cleckheaton is part of the Kirklees council area, which decides the council services available to residents.

Family and divorce solicitors in Cleckheaton help with divorce, dividing property and savings, child maintenance, pension sharing and arrangements for children after separation. They also advise unmarried couples on their rights, prepare prenuptial agreements, explain mediation and can make urgent applications for non-molestation orders.

Child-related cases may be heard at the Huddersfield County Court and Family Court at Queensgate House. The Bradford Combined Court Centre may also handle some local cases.

The nearest Citizens Advice is the Kirklees Citizens Advice and Law Centre office located in Dewsbury. Kirklees Domestic Abuse Specialist Services offers support to anyone affected by domestic abuse.