Free Family Law Advice in Pembrokeshire

OUR STORY

PATH began in 1978 by community figures who wanted to help those who were struggling.

At this time, local businesses were vital to helping the organisation. For example, Lloyds Bank offered a free banking service and Tenby Press provided logo and stationary.

Additional help was also provided by the headmaster of Greenhill School, Manager of the Esso refinery, and the head of the catering department at Pembrokeshire College.

 

‘’Big oaks from little acorns grow’’

The initial plan was to raise £1,000 through wine and cheese nights, but the organisation also received donations from Lloyds Bank, Esso Oil, Merthyr Trust, and food vouchers from Tesco and Co-op.

The project began with one part timer (Libby Burns) who was provided with a clipboard, a few sheets of paper, a biro, and what passed for a mobile phone in those "far off days."

 

Pathway Legal is proud to offer free family law advice to Pembrokeshire residents. Our pro-bono clinic is part of a collaboration with LawWorks and Peter Lynn and Partners.

THE HOUSING PROBLEM

The problem back then was very similar to the situation today. 

Landlords required bonds, was difficult to afford at the time (£20, equating to around £250 per person today). The money used for the bond was only repaid if no damage was done to properties, and it was returned to the Bond Fund. However, landlords kept claiming ‘’damage’.

This caused a shortage of cash and was resolved by starting an inventory of new tenants and keeping pictures of the flat when the tenants moved in.

Originally it started with single people and couples, but soon became increasingly difficult when incorporating families. As the years went by, the organisation developed more experience in helping families successfully into accommodation.

THE HOUSING PROBLEM

THE HOUSING PROBLEM

Our Pro-Bono Legal Clinic offers advice on:

  • Divorce
  • Cohabitation and Separation
  • Property and Finances
  • Child Arrangements
  • Domestic Violence and Domestic Abuse
  • Non-Molestation Orders
  • Paternity and Parental Responsibility
  • Adoption
  • Grandparents Rights
  • Care Proceedings
  • Social Services
  • Guardianship.

In some cases our legal partners may be able to take on your case and offer further representation without charge, and in other cases you will be advised and signposted on the next steps to take yourself.

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"I’ve been so grateful for your help and advice because it’s opened up lots of possibilities for me now and means I’m one step closer to securing a home for my daughter and I." - Pathway Legal Client

"A wonderful, helpful service that provided me with excellent advice, that I would not have been able to afford otherwise. Very lovely solicitor and gave me excellent advice, that I am now putting into place." - Pathway Legal Clinic Client

Contact Us

7 Picton Place, Haverfordwest, SA61 2LE

info@pathwaylegal.co.uk

01437 771413

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Our service provision is supported by Nationwide Community Grant until December 2025.

Any profit generated from our mediation service is put towards our charitable objectives and the provision of our homelessness services in Pembrokeshire.