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How do the courts decide who gets what on divorce?

Posted on 12 May 2023 (12 May 2023) by hanne

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A helpful guide looking at the concepts behind the family court decisions as to who gets what on divorce with regards to finances. […]

5 myths about litigation that everyone should know

Posted on 4 May 2023 (4 May 2023) by hanne

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Litigation is somewhat of a mystery. That’s why we have outlined 5 litigation myths that everyone should know about. […]

Why should you make a Lasting Power of Attorney?

Posted on 3 May 2023 (3 May 2023) by hanne

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Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs) let you choose who should manage your affairs and make decisions on your behalf if you lose mental capacity. With people living longer than ever before, it is becoming increasingly important that you make clear what should happen in the event that you lose capacity to manage your own affairs. […]

Can I claim financial remedies if my marriage is annulled?

Posted on 28 April 2023 (28 April 2023) by hanne

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You can claim financial remedies on annulment of your marriage. Paralegal Ferdinand Holley provide further information. […]

Child Trust Funds, the Mental Capacity Act & Deputyship

Posted on 21 April 2023 (21 April 2023) by hanne

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Child Trust Funds are long term saving or investment accounts for children in the UK. But why are they in the news now? […]

Building families through surrogacy: the new pathway to legal parenthood

Posted on 29 March 2023 (23 June 2023) by hanne

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Following the review commissioned by the government, The Law Commission of England and Wales has today published its joint report with the Scottish Law Commission, outlining new proposals to reform UK surrogacy laws, which will work better for children, surrogates and intended parents. Their recommendations are accompanied by draft legislation.

Family lawyer Hazel Kent has provided an overview of the report and the key recommendations below. […]

Collective Enfranchisement: A guide to buying the freehold of flats

Posted on 24 March 2023 (24 March 2023) by hanne

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Leaseholders living in blocks of flats have had the right to purchase the freehold of their building as a group since 1993. This is known as Collective Enfranchisement. In this article we will explain the benefits and eligibility as well as an overview of the process for buying the freehold. […]