Getting married changes your legal and financial position in ways that living together, however long, simply does not. In England and Wales, there is no such thing as “common-law marriage”, so the rights a spouse obtains on the wedding day are not available to an unmarried partner at all. This…
A pension is often one of the most valuable assets a couple owns, sometimes the most valuable, yet it is one that many people often overlook when they divorce. A pension sharing order is the main legal tool for dividing that asset fairly. This guide explains what a pension sharing…
For separated fathers, overnight stays are often the part of contact that causes the most disagreement, especially when children are very young. You may be wondering whether you have a right to have your child overnight, at what age it can start, or what to do if the other parent…
When a relationship breaks down, one of the most pressing concerns many people have is what happens to the family home, and whether you can be made to leave it. During a separation, the right to stay in the home is determined by variables such as ownership status, marital status,…
When a family court makes an order during divorce or separation, many people assume the terms are permanent. However, some court orders, particularly those relating to children, can sometimes be adjusted without going back to court if both parties agree to the new arrangements. In these situations, parents may decide…
A financial settlement is expected to provide a clean financial break, but what happens if the outcome does not feel right, or new information comes to light? Many people ask if a financial settlement in a divorce can be reopened, especially where there are concerns about fairness, hidden assets, or…
An uncontested divorce in the UK, sometimes referred to as an amicable divorce, simple divorce, or mutual divorce, is a simpler, faster way to end a marriage when both parties agree the relationship has broken down and do not dispute the divorce itself. What is an uncontested divorce? An uncontested…
Divorce is rarely just an emotional process. It is also one of the most significant financial events many people will face in their lifetime, and for some, the single biggest financial turning point they will ever experience. Over the past 37 years practising as a family solicitor in England and…
The Pathfinder Process (child-focused model) is a new approach in family courts in England and Wales designed to resolve child arrangements disputes more quickly, safely, and with a stronger focus on children’s wellbeing. It works by gathering key information at the very start of a case, particularly around child welfare…
In brief A final order (formerly called a decree absolute) is the legal document that officially ends your marriage. Under the no-fault divorce system introduced on 6 April 2022, you can apply for your final order six weeks and one day after the court grants your conditional order. The earliest…
In brief When you split up and own a house together, your legal rights depend heavily on whether you are married or unmarried. Married couples both have a legal right to remain in the family home and the court has wide powers to divide property fairly under the Matrimonial Causes…
In brief Preparing for divorce is about more than paperwork, it means looking after your emotional wellbeing, understanding your financial position, and learning how the legal process works before you take the first formal step. This guide walks you through a practical checklist for divorce preparation in the UK, covering…
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