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Divorce, Family

Good divorce week 2022

Resolutions Good Divorce Week 2022 is running this week from 28 Nov - 2 Dec. Resolution is a community of family justice professionals who work with families and individuals to resolve issues in a constructive way. This is their annual campaign for promoting constructive guidance to help parents separate amicably.

Family, Property

Inheritance claims from unmarried couples surge as ‘common-law’ myth persists

Couples who have lived together may believe they become ‘common-law spouses’, a term frequently used but having no legal recognition.

Divorce, Family

What is the difference between Separation and Divorce?

We understand that dealing with the end of a marriage can be an upsetting and stressful time. With emotions heightened you might not know which route to take for the best. You may feel a divorce is too drastic if there is hope for reconciliation which is where a separation comes in – but what are the main differences?

Children, Divorce, Family

What rights do I have as a Grandparent?

If your son or daughter is going through a divorce it can be extremely difficult. But you may also be worried that your contact as a grandparent will be restricted.

Divorce, Family

Why a pre-nup is still a good idea

Despite the introduction of the no-fault divorce this year, pre-nuptial agreements are still a good idea. Ultimately, the no-fault divorce system is going to make things easier. The process is still the same but there is now a cooling off period which we did not have before, so it is likely to take longer than it did previously. The positive difference of course is that one party will not have to make allegations of the other at the start of the case.

Family, Wills

Guide to Making a Will

Perhaps you’ve been contemplating making a Will for a while, or you know you need to update an existing one! We’ve put together a step by step guide to explain the process, from describing what a Will is, to how much they cost and why we need one.

Children, Family

Can I take my child on holiday without permission from the other parent?

As the summer holidays approach, you might be thinking of going on holiday abroad with your child. Firstly, it is important to consider whether you will need to obtain the consent of the child’s other parent, or anyone else with parental responsibility, before you book and trip off!

Divorce, Family

Divorce & financial settlements

With the introduction of no-fault divorce, many couples are still unaware that when you have gone through the final steps of divorce, finances can still be claimed by your ex-partner until a Financial Order is made by the Court. A Consent Order is recommended for this reason, even if neither party is seeking an adjustment of assets.

Children, Divorce, Family

Child maintenance and arrangements after separation

When a family breaks down, it’s inevitably a difficult time and understandably, very important that any children involved are still supported both emotionally and financially. Time spent with each parent should enable the children to thrive.

Divorce, Family

A new era & the risk of a DIY divorce

As we move into the new era of “no fault divorce” following its introduction on 06 April 2022 more people will consider applying on-line themselves.

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