Family Law
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What is non-matrimonial property?
Non-matrimonial money or property are defined as assets acquired outside a marriage. This can include gifts, inheritance or assets never mingled with matrimonial property or money in any way.
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Christmas, COVID and Playstation 5: Children arrangements over the festive period
Christmas is an emotive time even when families are living together. Families evolve their own traditions, such as always attending the Christingle service on Christmas Eve; putting the kids to bed and reading them their favourite… Read More
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It’s ‘Good Divorce Week’ 2020: Book your free 30 minute advice session
This week is ‘Good Divorce Week 2020’. Resolution is promoting this week (30th November – 4th December 2020) to highlight the effect of some of the issues within the family justice system upon those who divorce. During Good… Read More
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Latest figures and trends for divorce revealed by ONS
The Office for National Statistics has published the latest figures and trends for divorce in England and Wales. In 2019, the divorce rate increased by 18.4% – although it is thought that some of this increase relates to a backlog of work… Read More
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‘No fault’ divorces set for autumn 2021
The ‘no fault’ divorce bill (officially the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill) has now passed successfully through Parliament and awaits Royal Assent. Once the bill has received Royal Assent, the first applications for ‘no… Read More
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Coronation Street’s portrayal of controlling and coercive behaviour
As domestic abuse helplines and websites report a huge increase in the number of enquiries from those seeking help from an abuser during lockdown, Coronation Street’s recent storyline of controlling and coercive behaviour is described by… Read More
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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