Family Law Blog
Comment on divorce & family law
By Richard England, on Thursday October 24, 2024 at 9:59 am
Deciding how assets will be split in divorce can either be achieved voluntarily by the divorcing couple through a divorce settlement or by a court through a financial order. Securing the right division of assets can make a huge difference to separating couples’ future financial security and standard of living,…
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By Gemma Scourfield, on Wednesday September 11, 2024 at 2:35 pm
Many couples can benefit from a prenuptial agreement (prenup), which helps them clarify their financial position and provides important protection should they divorce in the future. This is a comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about prenuptial agreements, covering the following questions: What is a prenup? How do…
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By Nick Wiseman, on Thursday September 5, 2024 at 3:26 pm
You will regularly hear people refer to the terms common law partner, or common law husband or wife. I’ve even seen it used on official forms, for example by insurance companies. Unfortunately, it is a very misleading concept and for anyone who lives with their partner and considers themselves to…
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By Kate Brooks, on Wednesday August 28, 2024 at 1:10 pm
Prenuptial agreements (prenups) are documents that clarify the agreement a couple reach about their finances before they marry and provide important protections in the event of a divorce. It is important that anyone considering a prenup understands how they work and the UK law relating to prenups. Many people do…
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By Catherine Edmondson, on Wednesday August 21, 2024 at 11:27 am
Navigating the end of a marriage is challenging and making sure you resolve financial issues is essential. A clean break order is designed to sever the financial ties between you and your ex-spouse, allowing both parties to move forward independently. But what happens if your ex refuses to sign the…
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By Susan Harwood, on Thursday August 15, 2024 at 3:33 pm
Prenuptial agreements (prenups) are used by couples who want to clarify their respective financial rights and obligations prior to marriage. Prenups detail how a couple’s assets will be divided in the event of a divorce, limiting the potential for conflict over who gets what. There is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach, which…
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By Ian Giddings, on Tuesday July 30, 2024 at 2:12 pm
There is often confusion surrounding fathers’ rights to overnight stays. In fact, the notion of a father having the ‘right’ to look after their children overnight is a common misunderstanding. It is important to clarify that the law holds the view that parents have responsibilities towards their children and that…
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By Abby Smith, on Wednesday July 17, 2024 at 2:40 pm
If you are separating from your spouse, you may have several questions concerning your entitlements moving forward. Separation is a major decision, so it is understandable that you will want to consider what sort of impact it will have on your current position and any future arrangements you would like…
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By Nick Wiseman, on Wednesday July 10, 2024 at 2:28 pm
Starting a new relationship after divorce or separation has the potential to create a complex dynamic, particularly if you have children with your ex-partner. So long as both you and your former partner continue to have parental responsibility for your children, you will both be entitled to have a say…
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By Rebecca Franklin, on Tuesday June 25, 2024 at 3:28 pm
While the circumstances surrounding a divorce may be different for every separating couple, the standard process will typically remain the same. It is important to have a clear understanding of what the divorce procedure involves so that you know what to expect and what the anticipated timeline will be. Our…
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By Richard England, on Friday June 21, 2024 at 2:15 pm
Many couples question whether it is worth making a divorce application if a marriage will automatically dissolve after a certain period of separation. On the surface, an automatic divorce would seem like a simple solution. However, there is no such thing as an automatic divorce in the UK, which means…
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By Davina Warrington, on Wednesday June 19, 2024 at 3:56 pm
Divorce is rarely straightforward. Therefore, it is understandable that many people considering a divorce want to establish whether they can streamline the process, keeping time, money, and stress to a minimum. The desire for a quick and easy divorce means that searches for online divorce applications are common. That also…
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