The government’s response to the Law Commission’s recommendations is expected shortly, and it will be very interesting to see if marriage laws are updated.
Category: Divorce & Separation
Before you know it, school will be out for the summer, and already the lovely weather has brought the feel of a fast approaching holiday within reach. For children, this is often the happiest time of their year, a chance to take an academic break, away from grades and pressure in favour of ice cream, […]
The Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 (“the MCA 1973”) received Royal Assent 50 years ago today.
This means that the statutory framework that sets out what is a fair financial settlement on divorce (and also now at the ending of a civil partnership) has been in place
for half a century.
Lauren Pilcher explains the changes to the CGT rules that apply to separating couples.
It’s important that couples are aware of these changes and the implications for them and their finances now.
I can’t really believe that this week marks the one year anniversary of the introduction of “no fault” divorce and “no fault” dissolution of civil partnerships. This time last year we were all waiting with bated breath to see if the long called for changes would help those couples and families going through divorce/dissolution, do so in a more amicable way by taking away the need for blame to be apportioned between them for the breakdown of their relationship.
So, has no fault divorce had the impact everyone hoped?
Divorce or separation can have a significant impact on children, and how it affects each child will vary depending on a range of factors. These include their age, personality, and the extent to which the separation will change their everyday life and routines.
When parents of an autistic child separate, there may be additional factors to consider. Autistic children often benefit hugely from a clear routine, and may have increased anxiety around change, both of which can be a challenge when parents are separating.
From the 31st July 2023 (an extension to the previous deadline of the 5th April), it will no longer be possible to fill any gaps in your NI record. Instead, if you have gaps in your record, this will result in a reduction in the amount of State Pension you receive in retirement.
No two situations are ever exactly the same but what all of our clients have in common is that they are going through one of the toughest times of their lives. All of the family solicitors at Hedges are members of Resolution, the national association of over 5,000 family lawyers who are committed to helping […]
