Cohabiting Couples: What Could the Government’s Proposed Reforms Mean for You?
The Government is considering significant reforms to the legal rights of couples who live together but are not married or in a civil partnership.
Contested Divorce: What Can and Cannot Be Challenged?
In most cases, it is no longer possible to contest the divorce itself. However, that does not mean that every issue connected with the divorce is automatically resolved. Financial arrangements, child arrangements and the practical steps required to move forward can still become disputed, particularly where one party is being uncooperative.
Legal Considerations Following a Divorce
When a divorce is finalised, many people understandably feel that the legal process is over. However, while the marriage itself...
Practice Direction 27A: What Family Court Users Need to Know
With the introduction of Practise Direction 27A to the Family Procedure Rules, it is important for practitioners and their clients...
Religion and Divorce
For many couples, faith is central to family life. It shapes values, routines, celebrations, community ties and decisions about children....
Cryptocurrencies cannot be overlooked in family proceedings: How may crypto assets affect proceedings for Financial Remedy during divorce?
Dividing assets and properties is a central issue in Financial Remedy proceedings during divorce and the dissolution of a marriage....
Including Child Arrangements in a Nuptial Agreement
When couples consider prenuptial or postnuptial agreements much of the focus tends to be on financial matters, who keeps what,...
Non-Molestation Orders Explained
A Non-Molestation Order is a type of injunction granted by the Family Court to protect victim-survivors of domestic abuse, harassment,...
Occupation Orders Explained
An Occupation Order is a type of court order under the Family Law Act 1996 that sets out who can...
The Importance of Reviewing a Nuptial Agreement
Nuptial agreements whether prenuptial (made before marriage) or postnuptial (made after tying the knot) are invaluable tools for couples to...
The importance of financial disclosure in nuptial agreements and on divorce – lessons from Helliwell v Entwistle
A recent Court of Appeal decision has reignited discussion around a cornerstone of family law: full and frank financial disclosure....
Understanding Name Changes: Deed Poll or Change of Name Deed
When deciding to officially change your name, you might come across terms like "Deed Poll" and "Change of Name Deed."...
Supreme Court hands down final Judgment in Standish v Standish – what does this mean for divorce settlements and pre-marital wealth?
In an earlier blog, we looked at the high-profile divorce case of Standish v Standish, a legal battle over whether...
What to do When Your Partner Asks for a Divorce or Separation
Being told by your partner that they want a divorce or separation can be devastating. It’s normal to feel a...
WHAT HAPPENS UPON THE DEATH OR INCAPACITY OF A PERSON WITH PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR A CHILD
If a child’s parent dies before the child is 18 and the surviving parent has Parental Responsibility, the surviving parent...
Postnuptial Agreements
Often the practicalities and sheer joy at moving forward in life when planning a wedding detract from the legal considerations....
Prenuptial Agreements
When embarking on significant life events, it is easy to overlook the legal considerations that can shape long-term outcomes. Prenuptial...
Cohabitation Agreements
Setting up home together is an exciting time for any couple, but it is easy to overlook the legal considerations...
Standish v Standish: A pivotal moment for family law at the Supreme Court
Today, the Supreme Court begins hearing the case of Standish v Standish — a case that could re-shape the way...
Understanding Parental Responsibility
Prior to 1991, ‘Parental Responsibility’ was not a legal status. The concept of parental responsibility came into force with the...
Enforcing Financial Remedy Orders
When a marriage or civil partnership comes to an end, one of the key issues to resolve is the division...