Family Law
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Ten reasons why it remains important to deal with your matrimonial finances, despite the Covid-19 pandemic. The Covid-19 pandemic has caused great disruption to daily life and huge economic uncertainty....
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The coronavirus pandemic is causing serious financial problems due to job loss or serious income reductions for some. It will inevitably push some of those who have to meet spousal...
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The outbreak of coronavirus (Covid-19) has left many of our client’s wondering what will happen to their court case. Whilst the situation is ever changing as the country responds to...
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We are seeing enforced or elected isolation with one’s spouse having a negative effect on the relationship of some married couples. Evidence from China suggests that divorce rates have risen...
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Following the drastic measures announced last night on the grounds of public health, there have been many questions as to what this means for separated families throughout the country. The...
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Stephen Williams, leading divorce lawyer, discusses the effects of divorce on the families mental wellbeing. In a recent survey, 80% of mental health patients acknowledged the detrimental effects of their...
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The news that no-fault divorce is likely to become law has been welcomed, but while the legislation waits for its place in the parliamentary calendar, families must continue to deal...
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A Supreme Court ruling will allow a former wife to make a claim for a share of the fortune amassed by her husband 30 years after they parted, as no...
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September is traditionally a time of new beginnings, with children off to school or university and parents back to work, but for many couples, the end of summer can spell...
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Whether you are married, in a civil partnership, or cohabiting, splitting up can be an emotional time. If there are children involved, the feelings of hurt and anger can be...
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Honesty is the basis of a living together or prenuptial agreement – something we at Ashtons Legal know all about. An agreement makes untangling the web of who gets what...
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Not everyone wants to get married in a church or registry office. For many cohabiting couples, a civil partnership is far more attractive – it moves away from the idea...
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