A term that is often used but less often understood with regards to a divorce is collaborative divorce. So, what is a collaborative divorce? A collaborative divorce is when all matters related to a separation between two parties are resolved in ...
When it comes to legal cases that are related to family matters it's helpful to clue yourself up with some family law knowledge. Family law cases usually come about due to unfortunate situations or circumstances, such as divorce and separation ...
There are many things to sort out when you get divorced, with perhaps one of the more complex tasks being the fair distribution of pension pots. If you and/or your ex spouse do have a pension it'll be worth your ...
Unfortunately, family life isn't always plain sailing. It can prove extremely difficult at times with family members running into problems and relationships breaking down. Issues can often be resolved themselves, but other times families need assistance to ensure a safe ...
If you’re looking to get a divorce on the grounds of separation, then you and your spouse will need to have been separated for at least two years (provided you both agree to the divorce) before you can start the ...
For many people, the start of a new year is often the perfect time for change. This change can relate to all sorts of things, but for many married couples the change is to go their separate ways and begin ...
The Government has made a U-turn on plans to increase probate registry fees that would have seen bereaved families pay up to £6,000 for Grants of Representation (including Grants of Probate). Had the plans been implemented it would have meant ...
Having to go through the divorce process can be extremely upsetting and stressful, with the majority of people unsure on where to begin or who to turn to. Few have experience of the legal ins and outs associated with the ...
There are two common misconceptions regarding legal aid and family law matters - one being that legal aid is available for all family matters for those on low income or with no savings, and the other being that legal aid ...
Child maintenance was introduced as the ‘The Child Support Act 1991’ because the government were concerned that single parents were not being supported enough, often resulting in child poverty. The government felt that parents should be financially responsible for their ...
