What Impact Will Brexit Have on Family Law?
Now that the dust seems to have settled on Brexit, what we are left with is what Michael Heseltine recently referred to as a ‘dark… Read More »What Impact Will Brexit Have on Family Law?
What Happens If You Divorce While Living Abroad?
Few married couples making the decision to emigrate to another country are secretly considering the possibility that it will all end in divorce which is… Read More »What Happens If You Divorce While Living Abroad?
Taking children on summer holidays– how to ensure a stress-free summer following separation
The first summer holidays after separation can often be a source of anxiety and conflict. Due to financial constraints following separation, parents can often feel… Read More »Taking children on summer holidays– how to ensure a stress-free summer following separation
Judge says more children should have their voices heard and be allowed to give evidence in Family Court
Sir James Munby, Court of Appeal Judge, has said that more children should have their voices heard to explain their feelings in court. The judge… Read More »Judge says more children should have their voices heard and be allowed to give evidence in Family Court
The impact of a new relationship on financial settlements – Wife receives £3.5m despite Husband arguing payment should be reduced due to Wife living with new partner
The recently reported case of Hart v Hart concerned Karen Hart, 60, and John Hart, 77. The couple had been married for more than 20… Read More »The impact of a new relationship on financial settlements – Wife receives £3.5m despite Husband arguing payment should be reduced due to Wife living with new partner
Two Thirds of Domestic Abuse Victims Unaware Of Eligibility For Legal Aid
The well-publicised reports of domestic abuse concerning Amber Heard and Johnny Depp has once again brought the issues surrounding domestic abuse in marriage to the… Read More »Two Thirds of Domestic Abuse Victims Unaware Of Eligibility For Legal Aid
One in 10 Couples Consider Divorce According to Research
According to research from Relate, one in 10 couples consider divorce at some point as everyday stresses take their toll on relationships. While not every… Read More »One in 10 Couples Consider Divorce According to Research
Domestic violence victims in England and Wales are still being ‘let down’ by the police
Domestic violence and abuse is defined by the government as controlling, coercive, threatening behaviour, violence or abuse between those aged 16 or over who are,… Read More »Domestic violence victims in England and Wales are still being ‘let down’ by the police
Family Division President declares that UK law discriminates against single parents with children born through surrogacy
Sir James Munby, President of the High Court Family Division, has made a formal declaration that UK law unfairly discriminates against single parents with children… Read More »Family Division President declares that UK law discriminates against single parents with children born through surrogacy
‘Divorce mortgages’ could be introduced by the end of the year
Reports are being made that lenders have engaged in discussions to introduce an innovative ‘divorce mortgage’ to deal with the increase in over 50s having… Read More »‘Divorce mortgages’ could be introduced by the end of the year