Protecting Children During a Divorce
Divorce is a challenging experience for any family, and it can be especially difficult for children. The end of a marriage can be a confusing… Read More »Protecting Children During a Divorce
Child Benefit Changes
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56% of separated families have child maintenance arrangement
Support services have told researchers that the coronavirus pandemic has led to increased referrals for technology-facilitated abuse — a form of violence that ranges from… Read More »56% of separated families have child maintenance arrangement
Loophole allowing 16 – 17 year olds to marry in UK
A report from The Guardian has suggested that a legal loophole that allows 16- and 17-year-olds in England and Wales to marry with parental consent… Read More »Loophole allowing 16 – 17 year olds to marry in UK
Who decides where a child lives after their parents separate?
Any separation can be difficult, but one that involves children can be particularly challenging and emotional. The biggest decision that couples with children will need… Read More »Who decides where a child lives after their parents separate?
Child cases starting in the family courts continue to rise
Following an influx in new childcare cases in the family courts, the President of the Family Law Division, Sir Andrew McFarlane has launched a public… Read More »Child cases starting in the family courts continue to rise
Do I need consent from my ex to change our child’s name?
If a parent wishes to change their child’s surname, they should first seek the consent of any other person with parental responsibility. There are several… Read More »Do I need consent from my ex to change our child’s name?
Brexit Divorce Dilemma For Property Owning Couples
With Brexit looming large in March property prices may see a dramatic readjustment that could go one way or the other depending on the outcome.… Read More »Brexit Divorce Dilemma For Property Owning Couples
Relocating Children Abroad Without Consent
Sometimes when a relationship breaks down a partner may wish to relocate with the children to a place where they will have a strong support… Read More »Relocating Children Abroad Without Consent
What Happens To Joint Mortgages During And After Divorce
It is very common for married couples to take on a joint mortgage on their home but if a marriage ends in divorce it isn’t… Read More »What Happens To Joint Mortgages During And After Divorce
New laws allow unpaid child maintenance to be taken from joint accounts
Unpaid child maintenance backlog in the UK is at £3.8bn. At present, if a parent owes maintenance, payment can only be taken from a bank… Read More »New laws allow unpaid child maintenance to be taken from joint accounts