Moving House – How Long Does It Take?
15
Jul - 2019
The first question most people ask when buying or selling a house is “how long does it take?” Katie Holmes explains the process...
What is Mediation and Is It Really Worth It?
09
Jul - 2019
Once a couple have come to the decision to end their relationship, then mediation is designed to facilitate communication and help couples move forwards.
Who Will Pay the Cost of My Child’s Funeral?
09
Jul - 2019
The Children’s Funeral Fund is a Government ‘pot’ which aims to offer practical support and funding to bereaved parents by providing financial assistance for burial and cremation fees.
Representing Yourself in a Family Law Court...
08
Jul - 2019
Can I represent myself in the Family Court of Law? Yes. A person who is not represented by a lawyer is referred to as a ‘Litigant in Person'...
Step Parent Responsibilty...
08
Jul - 2019
Step families are a common feature in modern day life. A step parent can acquire Parental Responsibility in certain circumstances...
What is a Death Bed Gift?
08
Jul - 2019
A Death Bed Gift known as donatio mortis causa is a gift made in anticipation of death and not a gift in a person’s Will.
An Exercise of Discretion: Pension Death Benefits
25
Jun - 2019
What is an Expression of Wishes form? And what are the benefits or indeed drawbacks to having one? Matt Kelly explains in his latest blog post...
Seeking Support and Asking for Help
18
Jun - 2019
Why might a child be taken into care? The most common reasons are alcohol/substance abuse, domestic abuse, mental health issues and learning disabilities.
Secrecy in the Family Courts
10
Jun - 2019
The Family Court is anxious to improve access to the reporting of family proceedings in an effort to avoid accusations of secrecy & lack of accountability.
Equality in Marriage: What About Divorce?
10
Jun - 2019
Divorce law for same-sex and opposite-sex couples - are the laws equal? This blog post explains why that is not currently the case in the UK...
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