Harjit Rait is a Partner in our Family Department and has specialised in family law since 2001, dealing exclusively with family law issues that arise upon divorce or separation.
Harjit has particular experience in resolving financial matters arising from divorce or separation in a firm, pragmatic and cost effective manner.
In addition her experience in resolving disputes that involve children, enables Harjit to provide a holistic service to clients who are reassured in the knowledge that Harjit is able to deal with every aspect of their family matter.
Harjit has experience of dealing with a wide variety of cases including cases with a limited asset base to medium and high net value disputes, involving trusts and third party interests.
In addition, Harjit advises in relation to options available with regard to protection of assets/ family wealth to include advice in relation to Co-habitation Agreements, Pre-Nuptial and Post Nuptial agreements which are becoming a popular choice of agreement for many who require clarity and certainty in respect of their financial position should they separate/divorce.
Additionally, many members of the Asian community have specifically approached Harjit to deal with their family matter as they feel secure in the knowledge that Harjit has a sound understanding of cultural issues, which often play a significant role in such cases, and is able to deal with such matters sensitively and respectfully in order to achieve the best outcome for her clients.
Harjit Rait is one of only 24 solicitors in the north with the Resolution Accreditation in relation to Complex Financial Remedies ensures you are in expert hands.
Harjit’s clients appreciate her skill, determination and support throughout very difficult and challenging times:
"Thank you for your support and advice dealing with the divorce to resolve it in such a satisfactory way, your communication throughout has been fantastic!" - Mr Mark Walker
“Just want to say a big thank you for EVERYTHING you have done for me. You’ve been compassionate, professional and incredibly dedicated.”
“Your help and support throughout this whole matter has been first class and I can only say it has been a pleasure to work with you, and we got the result I wanted.”
“Harjit is very thoughtful, determined and thorough. She is extremely easy to talk to and details all the options and provides excellent advice.”
“Harjit is an incredible Family Lawyer…..I would recommend her above all others in any Family Law matter.”