Negligent legal advice cost me my home in divorce

Homeownertobe

BeingMe wrote: »

Ziggazee, I will refer you to my answer above regarding the advice. And not just my solicitor, several solicitors most of whom have no financial benefit in advising me (from charitable associations) are telling me I have a case. This would absolutely have been the action I would have taken at the time if I'd been advised correctly. I wonder if you advise all people leaving an abusive marriage with children that they shouldn't pursue their spouses for a fair proportion of the marital assets? I've only just been made aware of the correct situation. Why shouldn't I fight for my children's future?

If 'several' solicitors have you told you this, why are you asking for more advice here?

Do you not understand that you have personality responsibility for your own actions?

BeingMe

Guest, it was sold to us as a couple when we were still together. He wouldn't even have been able to afford it if I wasn't with him. He was financially abusive which is why I didn't end up on the deeds. This was my home, where me and the children lived when I found out he was cheating (again).

BeingMe

Guest, the ones working for the charities are risking a wrapping round the knuckles as you put it. They are purporting to be professionals and giving professional advice.

I came here to vent and get possible views on the contract. I am happy to pay for all future advice. Don't know why I'm still posting, I guess because I'm annoyed that posters are implying that I'm at fault. Yes, I do agree with personal responsibility. But I also believe I was entitled to trust the advice of a professional.

Helvetica_Van_Buren

- Complain to the solicitor's firm with a view to seeking financial recompense.

- Appoint another solicitor to do the above for you.

- Cease pursuing the matter.

These are your options.

Guest101

BeingMe wrote: »

Guest, it was sold to us as a couple when we were still together. He wouldn't even have been able to afford it if I wasn't with him. He was financially abusive which is why I didn't end up on the deeds. This was my home, where me and the children lived when I found out he was cheating (again).

If you weren't on the deeds, it wasn't sold to you.


I'm sorry but that's just a fact.

Guest101

BeingMe wrote: »

Guest, the ones working for the charities are risking a wrapping round the knuckles as you put it. They are purporting to be professionals and giving professional advice.

I came here to vent and get possible views on the contract. I am happy to pay for all future advice. Don't know why I'm still posting, I guess because I'm annoyed that posters are implying that I'm at fault. Yes, I do agree with personal responsibility. But I also believe I was entitled to trust the advice of a professional.

Great, What are their names and registered numbers?


- you see what im getting at?

BeingMe

Not true when there's a marriage and children involved. It is an asset of the marriage.

BeingMe

If I was inclined to find out, the charities would have to tell me. Not sure why you're clinging onto tiny facts. Why would 7 different lawyers tell me the same thing? I was just using this fact to illustrate that I have several good sources that indicate I potentially have a good case.

BucksLady

I'm surprised that you accepted the 'original' decision. Didn't your instincts tell you that the solicitor's advice 'might' be wrong? I think that most women today would have been on red alert at what was suggested, and sought another opinion on a matter that was so important.

I do feel for you and hope that matters can be changed. Good luck

Guest101

BeingMe wrote: »

Not true when there's a marriage and children involved. It is an asset of the marriage.

Completely true. The house was sold to your husband.


I'm not saying you don't have a claim to it, or atleast some of the equity there.


But, legally the house is his property and you have zero rights to it at present. (A court can decide otherwise once you get to that stage)