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22/05/2023
A recent survey has shown that many are considering delaying their divorce or separation due to the cost of living crisis, particularly where they have children. Living together can cause many problems once a relationship ends, as was found during the lockdown, when there was a marked increase in domestic…
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10/06/2022
Moving with the times In recent times, couples seeking to progress a relationship are choosing the modern approach of moving in together rather than the more traditional route of marriage.  It may come as a surprise to many that unmarried couples are not afforded the same level of protection as…
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15/03/2022
Almost 50 years to drive change After nearly half a century and decades of campaigning for a ‘no fault” divorce, we are pleased that finally, the long overdue change in the law surrounding divorce petitions will come into force on 6 April 2022. No fault divorce This means that married…
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16/11/2021
Separating from a spouse and making the decision to divorce, can be one of the most difficult and stressful times in a person’s life. Here our family law solicitor, Lisa Honey considers the top tips to consider before embarking on the process: Has the marriage broken down irretrievably? It may…
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16/11/2021
An agreement between parties A couple planning to marry or enter civil partnership may wish to negotiate an agreement to show what they intend to happen with their money and property if the marriage or civil partnership later breaks down, i.e. a pre-nuptial agreement. It is important to confirm that…
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19/08/2021
According to UK statistic up to Monday, 16 August 2021 47,369,418 people have received their first dose and 40,841,971 people have received their Second dose but questions are now being raised about the vaccination of children. As we are aware coronavirus can affect anyone. Some children and young people are…
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10/06/2021
Presently the law states that if one wants a divorce now, one must, unless they have been separated for at least two years, show that their spouse is to blame for the breakdown of the marriage. This can be done by either proving that their spouse has committed adultery or…
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21/01/2021
As we enter the third week of the New Year, our matrimonial department has been receiving an increased level of enquiries. Our family solicitor, Lisa Honey sets out her key points for couples thinking about separating or issuing divorce proceedings: Think about the dynamics and practicalities relating to the…
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25/11/2020
Resolution is a national organisation of family lawyers committed to non-confrontational divorce, separation and other family problems. Resolution is running an awareness campaign from 30 November – 4 December 2020 (known as Good Divorce Week). Good Divorce Week is an annual campaign that aims to promote practical and constructive ways…
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15/07/2020
Stay at home is a job in itself The courts in the Family Jurisdiction appreciate that marriage is a partnership and much importance is given to the party who earns an income for the family by working outside the marriage as much as the party who stays at home and…
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22/05/2020
Recently we have seen a number of clients which remind us of the pressing need for the long overdue reform of the law relating to cohabiting couples yet the parliament is not ready to address such reform. Cohabitation, in lay terms known as unmarried couple living together is the fastest…
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14/02/2020
With the romance of Valentine’s Day and this year being a leap year, let’s talk again about the practical aspects of our relationships. With the unavoidable increase in divorce and separation rates, it means that more of us who are getting married or moving in together are not “first timers“. Not…
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11/12/2019
2019 was a landmark year in Family Law for many reasons but perhaps none bigger than the introduction of the No-Fault Divorce. Back in April 2019, the Justice Secretary announced a change to the long-standing divorce legislation with a view to parties reducing conflict in the divorce process to better…
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26/11/2019
Dear Santa, “All I want this Christmas is for Mummy and Daddy to be happy and to allow me to spend time with both of them over the Christmas period”  As Christmas is on the horizon, it’s time to think of shopping, parties and family time. However, this is also…
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04/10/2019
  According to the Office of National Statistics the number of couples living outside a marriage is growing faster than the number of married couples. Guardian reports “The overall number of families in the UK rose by 8% between 2008 and 2018, from 17.7 million to 19.1 million, accompanied by…
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