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

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October 08, 2024 20241008010000

Very grateful

5

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

Cora Valentine-Goddard from Cora Valentine-Goddard responded to this review on 05 November, 2024

Thank you for your review. We appreciate the positive feedback you have given us and look forward to working with you in the future.

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Kayleigh
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July 27, 2024 20240727124835

Professional and personal.

5

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.

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Cora Valentine-Goddard from Cora Valentine-Goddard responded to this review on 05 November, 2024

Thank you Kayleigh. It was a real pleasure to be able to support you through this horrendous time. Take good care xx

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Jo
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July 25, 2024 20240725060616

The best help in the most difficult time.

5

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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Nelise
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March 12, 2024 20240312155341

Thank you

5

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.

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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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Kate
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January 09, 2024 20240109091503

Cora’s advice

5

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.

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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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Mary
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November 21, 2023 20231121142112

Separation agreement

5

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.

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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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Rachel
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August 31, 2023 20230831183126

Legal advice for financial settlement

5

Cora was understanding, supportive and professional.

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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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July 08, 2023 20230708124243

Protection against Stalking following Domestic Abuse and Violence

5

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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Jane
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July 05, 2023 20230705215014

Excellent support & guidance provided

5

When I really didn’t know where to turn and was struggling to resolve some child contact issues with my ex-partner, Cora provided advice and support. She made me aware of the range of options available to me and helped me resolve the issue without the need to go to court, which I wanted to avoid because of the stress involved. Her advice was measured and the service provided extremely professional.

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 Jane for your review. I am so pleased that I could assist you and your son. I hope that the future is brighter for you all. With best wishes, Cora

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Denise
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March 21, 2023 20230321123040

Professional service

5

My experience with this independent company was professional and very supportive and certainly use again should l require

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Cora Valentine-Goddard from Cora Valentine-Goddard responded to this review on 11 July, 2023

Dear Denise, thank you for your review. I hope that life continues to be a little smoother for you and I am very glad I could help. With very best wishes, Cora x

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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

Contact Cora Valentine-Goddard

Address

CVG Family Solicitor

89 High Street

Tunbridge Wells

TN1 1YG



Phone 07984 782713

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