Family Law
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Elon Musk’s baby name: What are the rules and can you change your name?
If you have made a decision you subsequently regret to call your baby North West, Apple Martin or, most bizarrely of all, Elon Musk’s ‘X AE A – 12’ (which even his parents can’t seem to agree on how to pronounce), you can change it to… Read More
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COVID-19: How can victims of domestic abuse seek help during the pandemic?
Domestic violence charities and government agencies have warned there is likely to be an increase in domestic abuse during the current lockdown. This has already been the case in other countries who have dealt with the coronavirus pandemic… Read More
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Clarity on family law matters during the COVID-19 crisis
During the current uncertain and difficult times due to the coronavirus crisis, our Family Law team is here to help and provide clarity.
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Who keeps the family pet when a marriage or relationship breaks down?
Pets are a big part of family life. Cats and dogs are often viewed as ‘children’ by their owners – but what happens to the family pet when a couple separates? The English Courts view pets as possessions (or ‘chattels’) – similar to… Read More
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Divorcing in Denmark: How does it compare to the UK?
Until recently, ‘divorce’ in Denmark meant completing a straightforward online application form and paying a £56 fee. However, new legislation came into force in April, requiring divorcing couples to wait for a period of three months and… Read More
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Divorcing online in the New Year?
The Ministry of Justice is celebrating the results from a £1bn investment to introduce new technology into the court system. Online divorce was one of several services introduced in the last 12 months. This was in response to… Read More
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The Legal 500 2018-19 rankings revealed
We’re delighted to be recommended for our work in claimant personal injury, family law and personal tax, trusts and probate in the latest edition of The Legal 500. The independent guide surveys over 250,000 corporate counsel each year and… Read More
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What is a clean break order?
A clean break order deals with the financial issues arising from divorce.
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Are you cohabiting? Should you consider making a will?
There are over three million cohabiting families in the UK. With cohabiting being the fastest growing type of family structure, this number is set to rise. Many people assume that their assets will automatically pass to their… Read More
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More legal protection offered for unmarried couples
A new change in the law is set to offer more legal protection for unmarried couples. The Civil Partnership Act 2004 enabled same sex couples to enter into a civil partnership, whilst the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013 allowed same… Read More
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What are the Government’s plans to modernise the divorce law?
The Government's plans to modernise the UK’s outdated divorce laws have been published recently, following Mrs Tini Owens’ legal battle to divorce her husband earlier this year. Mrs Owens was told that an unhappy marriage was not a basis… Read More
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No fault divorce: Mrs Owens' final appeal
The Supreme Court handed down Judgment yesterday relating to Mrs Owen’s final appeal against a decision to dismiss her divorce petition. Mrs Owens, who has lived separately from Mr Owens for 3 years, will have to remain married until she… Read More