Insights
Why do pensions matter on divorce?
17 Jul 2025When going through a divorce, the main asset that couples focus on is the family home. The conversation then flows to any cash and maybe who gets the car. But one of the important assets that is often overlooked and, next to the family home, can often be the most valuable, are any pensions.
Will the Family Court listen to my child's wishes and feelings?
15 Jul 2025In family court cases about where a child should live or how much time they spend with the other parent, the court's main focus is the welfare of the child.
The Standish Judgment: Supreme Court clarifies non-matrimonial assets on divorce
02 Jul 20252 July 2025 marks a significant moment in family law following the Supreme Court’s decision in Standish v Standish, a case that will shape the treatment of non-matrimonial property (NMP)and matrimonial property (MP) in financial cases, following a divorce.
Modernising Wills: What the draft Wills Bill could mean for you
02 Jul 2025The Law Commission has published its long-awaited report and Draft Wills Bill, proposing the most significant reforms to Wills law in nearly 200 years.
Spousal maintenance - am I obligated to pay? If so, how much and how long for?
13 May 2025Spousal maintenance is a sum of money that is paid from one spouse to the other after a relationship breakdown. It is a legal obligation in circumstances where a 'clean-break' is not appropriate due to ongoing responsibilities after divorce.
How can you get a divorce or dissolution if you have lost contact with your spouse or civil partner?
17 Apr 2025It is your responsibility to ensure that they are made aware of the pending application and that they have been given the opportunity to respond to it.
