We all understand the importance of writing a will in order to protect our loved ones and express our wishes as to what we want to happen when we die. […]
What are the benefits of a no-fault divorce and why should you consider one?
Taking the decision to get a divorce is never an easy one, but the road to seeing it through can be even harder. The process of a divorce involves complicated […]
What is family arbitration & do you need it?
Family arbitration is a means of settling issues relating to family law without the need for a full court hearing. It is mostly used to deal with issues relating to […]
What’s the difference between annulment and divorce?
When a couple decides that their marriage can no longer continue, they will typically decide that a divorce is needed. However, many people do not realise that an annulment might […]
What Are The Responsibilities Of An Executor Of A Will?
The executor of a will is the person who winds up the deceased’s estate. Where possible, they ensure that the deceased’s wishes are respected. The executor does not have to […]
As a business owner, do you need a prenup?
In the UK, prenups are not (yet), legally-binding. They can, however, still carry substantial weight in family courts. For this reason, anyone with significant pre-marital assets, especially a business, should […]
How perception of Divorce has changed in 2020
Over the course of time, relationship habits, wants and priorities have changed and evolved to become more inclusive but also more aware, especially when it comes to finances and shared […]
How Family Law is adapting to a ‘virtual’ world
In just a few months, Covid-19 has seen normal life change dramatically. Some changes have had devastating consequences and other changes have brought potentially positive changes to the way we […]
Tackling domestic abuse during the Coronavirus pandemic
Every type of individual has had to deal with some form of change during the lockdown, not all negative but not all positive. What has notably come under the spotlight […]
Coronavirus: creating a will in uncertain times
At the time of writing this, 33,186 people have sadly had their lives taken away due to the Coronavirus outbreak. It’s an event that many cannot and wouldn’t think to […]
Coronavirus and its impact on family law
Not only has Covid-19 significantly impacted the way we work, shop and socialise but the virus has greatly impacted how we live day to day. For many families and individuals […]
Change on the horizon: no-fault divorce system is considered
Following a Government consultation into ‘no-fault’ divorce in December 2018, both family lawyers and the general public alike are now eagerly awaiting the response to the consultation which will determine […]
