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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.

Posted on: 22 Jul 2019

Preventing a Child from Leaving the UK

Child abduction is when a person removes or sends away, a child under the age of 16 years from the UK without the consent of all the people who have Parental Responsibility - those who have custody of the child or the Court’s permission to make decisions on their behalf. It is a criminal offence under the Child Abduction Act 1984.

Posted on: 16 Jul 2019

The Law and Living Together as Unmarried Parents

Many unmarried parents who live together in England and Wales are not aware of the legal implications. A common misconception is that unmarried couples who have lived together for long periods of time, or have children together, are considered ‘common-law husband and wife’.

Posted on: 27 Jun 2019

Making Holiday Arrangements for Children as Separated Parents

While separated parents who have children may have the same end goal of wanting to spend quality time with their children, many may clash over what specific arrangements should be put in place. That’s particularly true during the summer holidays, when children are off school for 6 weeks and both parents want to make the most of this opportunity.

Posted on: 05 Jun 2019

What’s the Difference between a Decree Nisi and a Decree Absolute?

In England and Wales a Decree Nisi is a legal document that says the Court can’t see any reason why you can’t get divorced. A Decree Absolute is a separate document confirming your marriage is at an end and that you’re formally divorced.

Posted on: 05 Jun 2019

What is a Non Molestation Order?

In England and Wales, a Non Molestation Order prohibits a person (the respondent) from molesting the person applying for an Order (the applicant) or a related child.

Posted on: 29 May 2019

What is an Occupation Order?

In England and Wales, an Occupation Order is an Injunction which gives the applicant the right to live in a property. The Court can grant an Occupation Order for the whole of a property or part of it.

Posted on: 17 May 2019

Child Arrangement Order Disputes

If you already have a Child Arrangement Order in place in England or Wales but are finding that the other person named in the Child Arrangement Order isn’t sticking to the terms it lays out, or you want to enforce a Child Arrangement Order, you should speak with one of our Family and Child Law Solicitors.

Posted on: 18 Apr 2019

What is Parental Alienation?

There’s no single definition of parental alienation, but it’s often characterised by the resident parent psychologically manipulating a child against the other parent. That way, the child aligns themselves with one parent’s views and takes their side.

Posted on: 08 Apr 2019

Why a DIY Divorce can be a False Economy

So-called DIY divorces are often seen as a low-cost and convenient way of ending a marriage. But if you don’t get legal advice from a specialist Divorce Solicitor, you could be creating a whole host of problems, both for you and your ex-partner.

Posted on: 04 Apr 2019

Do Cohabiting Couples Have Legal Rights?

More and more couples across England and Wales are living together without getting married, but many mistakenly assume they have the same legal rights as a married couple, especially if they’ve been living together (cohabiting) for a long time.

Posted on: 14 Feb 2019

What are the Legal Benefits of Being Married?

For many people, getting married is a way of showing commitment to their partner and is often seen as the natural next step in a romantic relationship. But being married also brings a number of legal benefits.

Posted on: 31 Jan 2019

How Do I Make Sure That My Child Lives With Me?

In the majority of situations, parents can agree between themselves where the children will live. If there is no dispute, then an application to Court is not required. If you are struggling to reach an agreement, there are certain options that should be considered, such as negotiation, mediation and other forms of dispute resolutions.

Posted on: 30 Jan 2019

What Does a Family Law Solicitor Do?

A Family Law Solicitor deals with legal matters that involve you and your family, such as your spouse, your partner, your children and the family home.

Posted on: 29 Jan 2019

Child Arrangement Order FAQ

Our Family and Child Law Solicitors answer common questions about Child Arrangement Orders (formerly known as a Residence Order or a Contact Order).

Posted on: 28 Jan 2019

What is a Financial Order in Divorce?

A Financial Order in divorce is a Court Order which sets out the financial arrangements between you and your ex-spouse. The Financial Order is approved and issued by a Judge, after which your agreement is legally binding in England and Wales.

Posted on: 24 Jan 2019

How does the law prevent me from relocating with my children?

Relocating to another country with a child is a serious decision requiring many factors to be weighed up. But people often fail to consider that they’ll need the consent of the other parent or the Court if there’s a disagreement on the move.