Family Solicitor at CVG Family Solicitor
Cora Valentine-Goddard
Family Solicitor
I qualified as a Family solicitor in a top tier firm in London in 2010. I worked in the Family department there as an Associate Solicitor for several years before having my own family. I took a short career break to focus on bringing up my children and during that time completed my training in Family Mediation. Most recently I have worked more locally and with a local charity to provide advice to those most in need of access to justice. I decided to set up on my own during the Covid-19 lockdown as a Freelance solicitor with the aim of providing a service to those who do not want to compromise on the quality of advice, but cannot afford high private solicitor’s fees.
89 High Street, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 1YG
Licensed for 2 years
Practice Areas
Family Law
- Family Law 100%
19 Client Reviews
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About Cora Valentine-Goddard
I qualified as a Family solicitor in a top tier firm in London in 2010. I worked in the Family department there as an Associate Solicitor for several years before having my own family. I took a short career break to focus on bringing up my children and during that time completed my training in Family Mediation. Most recently I have worked more locally and with a local charity to provide advice to those most in need of access to justice. I decided to set up on my own during the Covid-19 lockdown as a Freelance solicitor with the aim of providing a service to those who do not want to compromise on the quality of advice, but cannot afford high private solicitor’s fees.
Languages Spoken: English
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Solicitor
Cora Valentine-Goddard
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Wouldn't recommend
Poor attention to detail, missed crucial information and created more problems for me.
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Disappointing Experience with CVG Family Law
I hired Cora Valentine-Goddard to handle my children's case, hoping for the level of expertise and compassion her firm promotes. Unfortunately, my experience was quite the opposite.
Communication Issues: There were significant delays in receiving updates or responses to my inquiries. Important questions about my children's future were left unanswered for weeks at a time, adding unnecessary stress to an already difficult situation.
Lack of Proactivity: I expected a more proactive approach in terms of legal strategy and engagement with the opposing counsel. Instead, the case felt like it was often stagnating, and progress only occurred after I followed up multiple times.
Lack of Support: While Cora’s website and background emphasize her personal understanding of family law challenges, I did not feel supported through the legal process. The empathy and attentiveness I hoped for were lacking during critical moments of the case.
Overpromised, Underdelivered: Despite assurances of a high-quality, affordable service, I found that the legal advice provided was not as thorough or strategic as I expected from someone with her experience.
Lawyer named in this review: Cora Valentine-Goddard
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Very grateful
I am so very grateful for all the work you have done on my behalf to secure a just and fair divorce settlement. Your support has helped me enormously, during a most difficult period in my life. Your expertise and calm, empathetic and considerate approach have proved invaluable, and I am most indebted to you.
Lawyer named in this review: Cora Valentine-Goddard
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Professional and personal.
Having used Cora previously and being very pleased then, it was an obvious choice to use her services again. Having Cora who knew and understood the personal difficulties id already been through was a huge help. Cora really takes the time to know you on an individual basis ensuring your needs are met.
Cora is extremely knowledgeable in her field of law and I would be assured with every contact I had. Having to go through extremely sensitive and difficult situations Cora guided and supported me through the entire process with a positive outcome. I can’t recommend or rate Cora high enough. Her services were invaluable and most certainly I wouldn’t have coped without her.
Lawyer named in this review: Cora Valentine-Goddard
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The best help in the most difficult time.
I cannot recommend Cora enough. She’s professional and personable. The advice that Cora gives is both reasonable and informative. The advice given is easy to understand and sensible. I wouldn’t hesitate to use Cora in the future should a need arise.
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Thank you
Professional, efficient, calm and a wonderfully understanding human being. Thank you so much for everything you were able to do for me in my divorce process, including communicating with other parties on my behalf.
Lawyer named in this review: Cora Valentine-Goddard
Cora Valentine-Goddard from Cora Valentine-Goddard responded to this review on 13 March, 2024
Dear Nell, thank you for your lovely review. It was a real pleasure being able to help you. I'm so pleased that the future looks bright for you and that you can now focus on doing what you love and are so good at in our community! Take care and all the very best. Cora xx
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Cora’s advice
Cora was fantastic from start to finish in guiding me through the legal options available at a very difficult and stressful time. She gave clear and sensible legal advice but also listened to me as the client taking my needs and preferences into account. She used her extensive prior experience to advise and was pragmatic and clear in her advice which she adapted as matters evolved. She also checked in regularly at the start of the matter to make sure I was ok. I would not hesitate to recommend Cora.
Lawyer named in this review: Cora Valentine-Goddard
Cora Valentine-Goddard from Cora Valentine-Goddard responded to this review on 10 January, 2024
Thank you Kate for your review. It was a real pleasure to work with you and advise you through such a difficult time in your life. Your approach to your situation was admirable and I wish you the happiness you deserve for your future. Best wishes and take care xx
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Separation agreement
Cora supported me through a difficult separation, she understood and supported me in a personable but professional manner. I would never have imagined she would have secured the resolution I was hoping for.
Lawyer named in this review: Cora Valentine-Goddard
Cora Valentine-Goddard from Cora Valentine-Goddard responded to this review on 22 November, 2023
Morning Mary, I am so happy to see such a positive outcome for you. The future is looking bright for you and your boys and I am grateful that I was able to help you achieve this. It was a pleasure acting for you and I wish you all the very best. Cora xx
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Legal advice for financial settlement
Cora was understanding, supportive and professional.
Lawyer named in this review: Cora Valentine-Goddard
Cora Valentine-Goddard from Cora Valentine-Goddard responded to this review on 22 November, 2023
Dear Rachel, Thank you for your review and it was a pleasure acting for you. I am glad that things are now looking happier and brighter for you. With my very best wishes, Cora xx
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Protection against Stalking following Domestic Abuse and Violence
Cora was very approachable, gave me clear instructions and guidance on how to handle my case whereby my perpetrator was stalking and harassing me and my daughter. She dealt with my case in a timely fashion and her experience in these matters was evident as everything she said would happen, did and the outcome was positive.
I cannot thank her enough and I know that she is always there if I need her assistance again in the future.
Lawyer named in this review: Cora Valentine-Goddard
Cora Valentine-Goddard from Cora Valentine-Goddard responded to this review on 11 July, 2023
Thank you for your review- you have been through a really difficult time and have come through with your head held high. You are a survivor and I really hope that the future continues to be positive for you both. Take care and with very best wishes, Cora x
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