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We have split our finances. Do we need a Court Order?

A married couple, by virtue of the marriage, is, in principle, entitled to make financial claims against the other in the event of a divorce. It is a common misconception that matrimonial financial claims between married couples automatically end upon divorce. This is not the case, however, and matrimonial financial matters, including assets, pensions and income are dealt with separately to the plain divorce.

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ALL ABOUT PRE-NUPS

There is a common misconception that prenups are only available to and only beneficial for the very wealthy and celebrities. This is incorrect, however, and there are many reasons why a prenup may be beneficial for any couple considering entering into marriage or civil partnership.

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A Guide to Separation Agreements

A Separation Agreement is a formal written document between a separated couple, which can be used by married and unmarried partners. The objective of a Separation Agreement is to formally address and stipulate the terms of division of shared assets and responsibilities, any financial arrangements and matters relating to shared child care upon separation. This separation can be a trial separation prior to divorce, or a separation of cohabitating partners.

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Before you all go and ‘do a Hakimi’ please read on…

Following the public divorce of Moroccan football player Achraf Hakimi and his wife Hiba Abouk, much attention has been drawn to the way in which Hakimi managed his finances throughout his career and marriage. Unbeknownst to his wife, Hakimi had all his assets put into his mother’s name and accounts. This means that his salary was paid into his mother’s bank account, the properties he purchased were registered in his mother’s name and any investments made were in his mother’s name.

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Can I travel abroad with my child after divorce?

While preparing to travel abroad is often filled with excitement and anticipation, it is important for those separated parents or those with a different surname to that of their children to make sure the necessary paperwork is in place to avoid unnecessary stress. Below are the six most frequently asked…

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Who Keeps The Pet In The Divorce?

As of May 2022, slightly over 59% of UK households own a pet. This equates to roughly 17 million households and 34 million domestic animals within these households. Unfortunately, with the rise in divorce rates, we have seen a rise in disputes regarding what happens to the family pet(s).

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Five things you need to know about ‘No Fault Divorce’

The divorce process in the UK went under a substantial change on 6 April 2022 when the No Fault Divorce came into effect. This new legislation has replaced the old, and is designed to reduce and minimize conflict arising from divorce. The previous requirement to prove the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage by way of one of five “grounds” has been abolished and now a statement declaring said breakdown will suffice, without the need for justification.

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Everything you need to know about Child Arrangements Orders…

A Child Arrangements Order is a legally binding Order created to ensure the welfare of a child. The Order defines who a child is to reside with and with whom they should have contact. The Order, which is most commonly sought during divorces and separations where the parents cannot agree on who the child will live with or how much they will see the other parent, essentially sets out the responsibility for care of the child.

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What is Clare’s Law and how can it help those at risk of domestic abuse?

The Crime Survey for England and Wales estimated that, for the year ending in March 2020 (directly before the pandemic), 2.3 million adults aged between 16 and 74 years experienced domestic abuse. The numbers are estimated to have been higher during the pandemic itself. Domestic Abuse is an unfortunate daily reality for an unreasonably substantial amount of people throughout the nation. However, despite being common, it is not given enough attention.

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