Divorce and the need for financial consent orders
The new year often brings news of the unhappy couples who have decided to call time on their relationships, as family lawyers receive a surge of enquiries.
Divorce applications increase – does no-fault divorce make it easier?
Have divorce rates in England and Wales risen because of the no-fault divorce legislation introduced by the government in April 2022? Read more here.
Trustees – HMRC eases penalities
Trustees who missed the September deadline to comply with the expanded scope of the Trust Registration regime have been thrown a lifeline by HMRC. Read more here.
Separating and divorcing couples see Capital Gains Tax rules eased
Changes in the treatment of asset transfers during separation and divorce procedures could ease capital gains tax issues for parting couples.
Digital memories – Protecting and passing them on to your loved ones
Do you know how to protect your digital memories? Read our blog to learn why protecting these is so important and how you can do it easily.
Family mediation – should children be involved?
Does your child want to voice their opinions on divorce? Perhaps you should consider child-inclusive mediation.
No-fault divorce surge but challenges remain
No-fault divorce saw an initial surge in demand when it came into effect, but couples continue to face challenges in managing finances and certainty regarding the process.
Recently divorced? Legal matters to consider before moving on
Recently divorced? Here are a few legal matters you should consider before moving into the next chapter of your life.
No-fault divorce – Working it out when things go wrong
No-fault divorce comes into effect in April 2022. The aim is to reduce cases reaching family courts and the stress on divorcing couples by minimising blame and by encouraging best outcomes through good communication and supported discussions.
Divorcing your business partner
Divorcing your partner is never easy, but what happens when you run a business together? You will need specialist legal advice. Read more here.