Naylor & Mullings is a law firm providing legal services throughout the Caribbean to Jamaican and international clients. Our mission is to provide effective legal solutions in a stress-free environment. We specialize in Civil, Divorce, Commercial, Conveyancing and Family legal matters. Family Law
From prenuptial agreements to modification of existing support and alimony awards, the firm handles al
l aspects of family law including paternity, divorce, child support, alimony, domestic violence injunctions (restraining orders), modification and enforcement of child support and alimony awards, time sharing, visitation and custody of children, and relocation. We understand that each client’s family law problem, whether it is divorce, child custody or any other family matter, is different. Regardless of the differences, it is never an easy road to travel. With the firm’s companionate and caring approach, we educate you about the legal, financial and emotional aspects of your issues in an attempt to ease the associated stress. Although it is always preferable to resolve family law problems by settlement, Miss Gillian Mullings is a tough advocate when the situation calls for it. Business Law and Services
The firm furnishes general business representation to small and medium-size companies including expediting the formation of corporations and related matters, drafting and negotiating employment and non-compete agreements, purchases and sales of business assets, and stock and shareholder agreements. We also draft contracts for services and supplies provided by our clients as well as review and negotiate contracts for our clients in the purchase of services and products.When a client encounters a transaction with tax implications, we have well established relationships with CPA and tax attorneys who work with us in developing the best overall strategies for the situation. Commercial Litigation
Although litigation is generally a last resource, it is also often a necessary safeguard to protect our clients’ rights. As a pro-active firm, a comprehensive strategy meeting between the client and the firm first explores options, alternatives and possible outcomes, always mindful of achieving the best, most cost-effective outcome. We actively involve the client in all steps of the process, which ensures that you are kept up to date of all developments in the case. The results of hearings are usually communicated to the client immediately after leaving the courtroom. Cases where clients most frequently call on us for assistance in this area include suits over breaches of contract, landlord-tenant disputes, including evictions, foreclosures, real property disputes and collection matters. Construction Litigation
The firm is well-versed in representing developers, bonding companies, contractors and subcontractors in all aspects of construction litigation including lien foreclosure, allegations of failure to complete obligations, delay damages, defective construction and allocation of responsibility. We have been instrumental in aiding our clients in developing and implementing systems to ensure compliance with all aspect of the construction lien law, from notices to owners to final contractor’s affidavits, so that in the event a lien foreclosure is warranted our clients have complied with all necessary preliminary steps. Guardianship
When faced with providing for the care of a loved one who is mentally or physically challenged and who is unable to handle his or her own finances or care, or in cases where a minor child has recovered, either as a result of a lawsuit, settlement or inheritance, a sum over $15,000, a guardianship is often necessary. The firm is able to assist the client with expediting the establishment of an emergency, temporary guardianship in a crisis, to assisting with the preparation of the annual guardianship report and accounting required by state law. As within our family law practice, we understand that often when a guardianship is necessary, the family needs to focus on the individual involved and not be burdened with the requirements of the legal system. Our hands-on approach and our care and concern helps eliminate the burden of paperwork and helps you concentrate on the immediate needs of your loved one. The firm can also counsel families and individuals on potential, less costly and less burdensome alternatives to a guardianship before the need arises. Mediation
Over the past ten years, a growing trend has developed to provide alternatives to litigation. This is nowhere more prevalent than in the family court system, where courts realize that providing effective and efficient alternatives to a trial not only saves the parties money, but also helps the parties chart their own destiny and develop a settlement that satisfies both sides.
