Debra Frazer
Partner, Family Law
Debra is a partner in the firm and a specialist family law solicitor with over 30 years’ experience.
An active member of Resolution, Debra is committed to working in a constructive and non-confrontational way to achieve the best possible outcomes for her clients.
Debra is a trained family mediator and a Resolution-trained collaborative lawyer, and she uses the skills she has developed to negotiate on behalf of her clients to obtain the most favourable agreed outcomes possible.
On occasions, however, negotiating an agreement is not possible, and court proceedings may be necessary. In those cases, Debra works tirelessly for her clients and can call on a team of trusted and experienced professionals including barristers, accountants, independent financial advisers, family coaches and child experts to guide her clients through what can be a challenging process. Her clients say that she goes ‘the extra mile’ for them and they feel well supported.
Debra specialises in advising both married and unmarried couples experiencing relationship breakdown, covering both financial issues and arrangements for children. She also has expertise in same-sex marriages and civil partnerships.
In recent years, there has been an increase in clients wanting to protect their pre-acquired assets. Debra can advise and prepare Pre & Post Nuptial Agreements, Pre-Civil Partnership Agreements and Co-habitation Agreements. Additionally, she frequently drafts Separation Agreements.
Additionally, Debra is a specialist in advising and representing clients who have suffered domestic abuse. She understands how difficult it can be for people in abusive and toxic relationships to seek help, but she is able to call on her years of experience and knowledge in guiding her clients through such matters.
Currently Debra is a co-chair of Resolution’s Standards Committee which promotes high standards of practice for all members of the organisation including the preparation of Guides to Good Practice and Guidance Notes for use by its members.
Away from the office Debra enjoys walking, travelling and exploring different countries as well as spending time with her family.
Contact
Tel: 01424 457500