Belderbos Solicitors Limited

I had an online meeting with James Belderbos (MIAM). Considering this was a different and sensitive meeting, James was professional, clear and supportive, guiding me through the process. I would highly recommend his services.

Very good from day one
And so very friendly
Made my situation so much easier
Thanks for being there x

I've worked with Belderbos Solicitors extensively over the past three years through a challenging divorce, including assistance and support through mediation, a financial remedy claim and child arrangement applications. James and the team have always delivered advice in a professional and proactive manner, seeking to reduce the tension, and supporting me in a holistic way. Where necessary they recommended appropriate experts and barristers. I would recommend them to anyone facing the challenge of separation and divorce as without their support I would have struggled considerably.”

Was signed up to by Sophie by James Belderbos but she wouldn't argue my case, had me fill out a form E whilst the opposition didn't ask to do so as to keep costs down etc and had a two month period of being busy or on holiday. James took over my divorce case after Sophie decided she couldn't work with my case. James agreed that what Sophie agreed to paying my ex spouse wasn't acceptable. James took over the case and did fight my corner so no complaints there but there was errors on the final form E that I didn't agreed to and mistakes that weren't mine but I footed the bill just to expedite the process. There's no options in the below as to "How you would describe this firm". My advise to individuals going through a divorce is to shop around and not panic when you get told you need a solicitor.

Excellent advice and much appreciated calmness when Sophie had to deal with my ex husband's interesting approach to things at times. Clear information and great communication. Would highly recommend to anyone who might just want to know what they are entitled to from a divorce settlement. At times I was under a great deal of pressure from my ex husband to agree to things regarding finances but Sophie encouraged me to hold out and I will always be grateful for this.

I wanted expert advice face to face locally. I was able to meet with James quickly and have a productive meeting at which the pros and cons and issues with prenuptial agreements were well covered. My own circumstances and aims were well understood and reflected back in the brief from the meeting. Subsequently a key point of issue (with the pre nup) was discussed and resolved to my satisfaction. I did think there’d be more lawyer to lawyer discussion on the draft but to be fair a ‘round table’ approach had been proposed and on reflection that may have saved time and cost. I was satisfied with the prenuptial agreement signed off.

Apron first contacting Belderbos solicitors, I found them to be very upfront, honest and decent, with all aspects of communication.
They helped me navigate all aspects of what I requested, and gave sound clear advice on the best way to proceed.
I would imagine most people getting divorced for the first time, finds all legal requirements to be a daunting undertaking.
James and the team made it far less stressful and dealt with me very professionally and in a friendly manner at all times.
I would highly recommend them to family friends and colleagues.