There is often confusion surrounding fathers’ rights to overnight stays. In fact, the notion of a father having the ‘right’ to look after their children overnight is a common misunderstanding. It is important to clarify that the law holds the view that parents have responsibilities towards their children and that…
If you are separating from your spouse, you may have several questions concerning your entitlements moving forward. Separation is a major decision, so it is understandable that you will want to consider what sort of impact it will have on your current position and any future arrangements you would like…
Starting a new relationship after divorce or separation has the potential to create a complex dynamic, particularly if you have children with your ex-partner. So long as both you and your former partner continue to have parental responsibility for your children, you will both be entitled to have a say…
While the circumstances surrounding a divorce may be different for every separating couple, the standard process will typically remain the same. It is important to have a clear understanding of what the divorce procedure involves so that you know what to expect and what the anticipated timeline will be. Our…
Many couples question whether it is worth making a divorce application if a marriage will automatically dissolve after a certain period of separation. On the surface, an automatic divorce would seem like a simple solution. However, there is no such thing as an automatic divorce in the UK, which means…
Divorce is rarely straightforward. Therefore, it is understandable that many people considering a divorce want to establish whether they can streamline the process, keeping time, money, and stress to a minimum. The desire for a quick and easy divorce means that searches for online divorce applications are common. That also…
While marriage is a wonderful celebration of a couple’s love and commitment to one another and is seen as the next natural step in many relationships, it is important to remember that it is also a legal arrangement. By extension, that means marriage usually comes with certain benefits. Exactly what…
It is very common for couples to choose to live together without being married or in a civil partnership. This type of arrangement is referred to as cohabitation. Cohabitating relationships can be suitable for many couples, but it is important to be aware of the potential legal implications of such…
Spousal maintenance refers to an amount of money that is paid from one spouse to another during divorce. The payment is made from the spouse with the higher income to support the spouse with the lower income. Whilst spousal maintenance is not always payable, it will be ordered by the…
Following a divorce, it may be appropriate for the party with the higher income to make regular maintenance payments so that their former partner is able to meet their ongoing living costs. This is known as spousal maintenance. There are various types of spousal maintenance which can be implemented, one…
Divorce can be a challenging experience at the best of times. So, it’s understandable that you would want to be sure that the process is as straightforward, efficient, and quick as possible. Unfortunately, there are often several factors at play which could mean that a divorce takes longer than you…
When you get divorced, the financial commitments you and your ex-partner have towards one another are not automatically severed. If you do not have a financial order which includes a clean break clause, your former partner could potentially have rights to property after divorce, even if you make a purchase…