Separation with a family farm involved??

high beam

Hi All,

Just wondering wat are the circumstances in replying to solicitors letters. If the letter states the end of a marriage and is sent by wife to husband does he have to reply? Surely these kind of letters must be taken seriously?

Any info would be appreciated...

McCrack

Your mother needs to make an appointment with the solicitor she instructed to write the letter stating that the marriage was over and discuss the avenues open to her with him/her. There are many remedies your mother can pursue but she needs to take the initiative herself and iron them out with a legal professional.

Without your fathers co-operation things will be made more difficult but it's not total obstacle for your mother to get relief in the courts.

high beam

Thanks McCrack.

My mother has spoken to her solicitor about possible avenues and sending the letter was the first course of action. The letter did state the marriage was over.

I am wondering does one have to repond to these letters in the circumstances stated?? Suely this kind of letter has to be taken seriously.....??

McCrack

No often in litigation the the defendant or respondent will choose not to reply to letters and legal papers and judgment can be obtained in default of appearance, you father doesnt have to seek representation or indeed reply himself.

The letter you describe is the standard letter that is sent out at the outset.

I wish your mother well.