In April 2022 the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 will come into force, changing the divorce process and requirements for couples wishing to divorce in England and Wales. The Act also amends the process and requirements for judicial separation and dissolution of civil partnerships. Please ask us for information on those processes if you require it. The key change brought about by the new...
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The concept of ‘common law’ spouses is one often put to family lawyers. The reality is that couples living together without marrying are treated quite differently in law and certainly not as though they are married in most cases. Separations amongst couples living together who are not married can be the most challenging and complicated arrangements to negotiate. Disputes relating to contributions made to the...
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New Year’s resolutions and plans come to mind at this time of year. Family lawyers are well aware that the New Year also is a time when decisions are made about the future of relationships and with the New Year often comes a flurry of enquiries. We know that wherever difficult decisions are made, or received, family members can feel vulnerable and concerned about what...
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The media has recently reported on the outcome of the Supreme Court cases concerning financial disputes in the divorce cases of Mrs Sharland and Mrs Gohill. Although in many ways the cases were quite different factually, the central theme centred on the importance of being open and frank when negotiating settlements for finances in divorce. The Court confirmed that husbands or wives who fraudulently mislead...
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For many families, sorting out arrangements for time with their children, or how to share finances when there’s a separation is challenging. Emotions run high and discussions can be difficult. Breakdowns in communication can make matters worse, and the stress of the situation overall impacts on everyone including children and wider family. For some families, mediation offers a real opportunity for discussions about these important...
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