For many of us, our pets are far more than just animals. They are a cherished part of the family, offering companionship, routine, and comfort through every stage of life. It is therefore no surprise that deciding what happens to a much-loved dog, cat, or other family...
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How a Solicitor Can Help with Child Arrangements on Divorce
When parents separate, their children are a priority. Children’s welfare takes precedence over everything else, and decisions about their future care, living arrangements and contact with each parent must be decided quickly, coherently, and taken in their best...
Splitting Up: Financial Agreements on Divorce
Going through a divorce or dissolving a civil partnership is a stressful time for everyone involved, and there is often much to take care of – both practically and emotionally.
Fair Share: What the New CGT Rules Mean for Divorcing Couples
Divorce is a stressful time, not helped by the pressure for divorcing couples to split assets quickly to avoid paying CGT on any assets.
No Blame Divorce Imminent
We welcome the Ministry of Justice’s announcement that they will be reforming the current divorce laws. Couples will no longer have to blame each other in order to get divorced. Whilst married couples can currently divorce on the grounds of separation, this means...
Why it’s vital to resolve matrimonial finances when you get divorced
The case of Vince v Wyatt is a timely reminder that simply divorcing does not resolve financial issues. The circumstances of the case are that the couple divorced in 1992, when both had no significant assets. Subsequently, the husband began a successful business which...
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