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Posted on: 11 Jun 2020

How Will the Family Court Make a Decision about My Children?

In England and Wales, the Court makes decisions by considering what is in a child’s best interests, not the parents’ best interests.

Posted on: 08 Jun 2020

How Many Hearings Will there be in Child Proceedings?

The amount of hearings in children proceedings varies depending on your case and the reasons why you have gone to Court. You and your child’s other parent could reach an agreement with just one hearing.

Posted on: 04 Jun 2020

Silver Splitters Legal Advice on Getting a Divorce

The number of people getting a divorce past their 70s has increased by 50% since 2005. Although the law in England and Wales remains the same for all divorces no matter what age you are, there are often other factors you should consider before getting a silver divorce.

Posted on: 04 May 2020

Fair Consideration: Assessing the Role of Income in Child Care Arrangements

In England and Wales the Courts always prioritises the best interest of the child when deciding who will get child custody. Your children need to be financially supported, but the Court will consider the child’s other needs before making a decision about where your child will live.

Posted on: 01 May 2020

Prohibited Steps Order Explained

A Prohibited Steps Order is a type of Court Order used by one parent to stop another parent from making certain decisions about their child’s upbringing.

Posted on: 22 Apr 2020

How to Apply for a Child Court Order

In England or Wales, if you have Parental Responsibility over your child, then you can apply for a Court Order if you and your partner have separated and cannot agree.

Posted on: 20 Apr 2020

Settling Family Home Disputes When You're Not Married

Common law marriage is a common concept in England and Wales, but unless you’re married or in a civil partnership, there are no laws that apply to unmarried partners who live together. However just because you’re not married, it doesn’t mean you have no rights to your shared property.

Posted on: 09 Dec 2019

Consent Orders Explained

Many people presume that Family Law proceedings occur when two people can’t reach an agreement and have to go to Court to get a Judge to make a decision for them.

Posted on: 25 Nov 2019

We’ve Split Up but We’re Not Married - Am I Entitled to My Partner's Assets?

In the UK, there are around 3.6 million couples that are living together but aren’t married. More and more couples are now shunning marriage in favour of just living together.

Posted on: 18 Nov 2019

Difference between Habitual Residence and Domicile in Divorce

We explain the difference between habitual residence and domicile below, but first it’s important to understand what “jurisdiction” is and why this matters to habitual residence and domicile.

Posted on: 12 Nov 2019

Why You Need a Divorce Financial Order

A Financial Order sets out the financial arrangements between you and your former partner on Divorce. The Financial Order is approved and issued by a Judge and is legally binding in England and Wales.

Posted on: 06 Nov 2019

Divorce and Family Home Disputes

When you get a divorce, the property you lived in together is usually the largest asset. This is known as the former matrimonial home. Because it’s usually the largest asset, it can also be the subject of the biggest contention when you separate.

Posted on: 04 Nov 2019

Grandparent Rights to See Grandchildren after Divorce

Unfortunately, as a grandparent in England or Wales, you do not have any automatic legal rights to see your grandchildren if a parent prevents you from seeing them.

Posted on: 28 Oct 2019

Alternatives to Divorce in England and Wales

If your marriage has broken down, divorce may seem like the only way forward. However, divorce can seem too final. Maybe you’re not ready to take that step now or perhaps you don’t have the money to consider a divorce right now. Whatever your reasons, below we explain three options for you to consider.

Posted on: 24 Oct 2019

Child Abduction after Separation or Divorce

Many parents who separate or get divorced can agree on the terms of the child arrangements or even a Shared Parenting Plan. However, in some cases, the parents’ separation leads to serious conflict about the child’s arrangements.

Posted on: 18 Oct 2019

Different types of Court Orders for Children

Coming to an agreement with your former partner about your children when your relationship ends can be really difficult. You’ll have to decide where the children live, how they will be raised and who they should have contact with.

Posted on: 15 Oct 2019

Five Reasons Why You Both Need a Divorce Solicitor

There are significant benefits to instructing an experienced Divorce Solicitor to help you get a divorce, and overall it may save you both time, money and stress.

Posted on: 01 Oct 2019

Is a Clean Break Order the same as a Consent Order?

The short answer is no, but a clean break can form part of a Consent Order. We explain the main difference between the two below and give some examples of when you might want to use them.

Posted on: 19 Sept 2019

The Myth of the Common Law Partner

If you’ve been living with your partner for any period of time, you’ve probably heard of the term common law marriage or common law husband or wife.

Posted on: 25 Jul 2019

Resolving Child Contact Disputes between Separated Parents

There are a number of ways that separated parents can try to resolve child contact disputes. If the dispute can be resolved privately between the parents, then this is highly recommended as the best way forward.