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At PGM Solicitors we have a dedicated and highly experienced family law department. Our solicitors handle each case on an individual basis, knowing that each client has their own specific circumstances and requirements.
Cohabiting couples are the UK’s fastest and most significantly increasing family type. There are more than 3.6 million cohabiting couples in the UK.
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 children to thrive.
We understand that making the decision to see a divorce solicitor can be pretty nerve-wracking, but you’ve made that first step! From your first meeting with us, you want to walk away feeling informed, with knowledge of your options and a plan for moving forward.
Coming to the decision that your marriage has come to an end is not an easy time. There is heightened emotion and you will also be faced with the difficulties surrounding practicalities of the divorce procedure itself and the financial implications of the separation.
The Marriage and Civil Partnership (Minimum Age) Act 2022 received Royal Assent in April last year. It is planned to come into effect on Monday 27 February 2023. The Act will raise the age of marriage and civil partnership to 18 in England and Wales to protect children from the scourge of forced marriage.
Coming to the decision that your marriage/civil partnership has come to an end is not an easy time for anyone. During this time of heightened emotion you will also be faced with the difficulties surrounding practicalities of the divorce procedure itself and the financial implications of the separation.
How to make a divorce as amicable as possible. Here are our 5 key tips for a good divorce.
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.
Couples who have lived together may believe they become ‘common-law spouses’, a term frequently used but having no legal recognition.