Couples who ‘slide into marriage’, because of family pressure are up to 50 per cent likely to divorce than those who marry for love, finds a major new study from Marriage Foundation. The study, Attitudes towards marriage and commitment looked at 2000 adults who had ever married. We then focussed on a smaller cohort of …
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The Financial Vulnerability Taskforce has launched a good practice guide to highlight the range of vulnerable circumstances arising from the impact of divorce. According to The Law Society, this has resulted in a spike in no-fault divorce applications, contributing to delays and backlogs in the civil law courts. Keith Richards, chair of the FVT, said: “Whilst …
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A change of name can be a change of forename, surname, adding or removing parts of the name, adding hyphens, or even changing the spelling. A deed poll is a legal document that is witnessed that proves a change of name. There are two ways to change the name of a child under the age …
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Although companies resolve most commercial litigation cases without trial, it is still essential for them to prepare for every possibility. Commercial litigation cases can involve a wide variety of different issues. Understanding what will be covered is essential to have a successful case. This article explains issues covered in a commercial litigation case. Breach of …
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Post Views: 140 UK, October 20th 2022 – Newly released family court statistics show 1 in 5 divorcing couples made a joint application, taking advantage of new laws. However, it also showed that 31% fewer financial order applications have been made. UK divorce solicitors, Woolley and Co. Solicitors, have assessed recently released family court data from …
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Divorcing couples are facing financial risk because of the potential confusion around new divorce laws. The new law, introduced this year, aims to make divorce more amicable but has potentially led to thousands of divorcing couples to not seek a financial order. UK divorce solicitors, Woolley & Co. Solicitors, have assessed recently released family court …
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Another antitrust lawsuit is being filed in Europe targeting Big Tech for hefty damages over claims of abusive self-preferencing. This time ecommerce giant Amazon — and its nudge-tastic ‘Buy Box’ — is in the frame for an incoming opt-out representative legal action that’s been announced in the UK, seeking an estimated £900 million in damages …
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Please note this content was originally published on London & Capital here. Divorce can be an upsetting, stressful (and sometimes expensive) process. Whilst financial orders made by a court on a divorce are intended to be final, there are some circumstances where an ex-spouse can ask the court to revisit a financial settlement. These include: …
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Divorce is a difficult process, both emotionally and legally. If you are considering getting a divorce, it is important to be aware of the things that will be required of you. Here are some important things to know about divorces. Get Informed This is actually a pretty complex process so the more you know about …
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If you’re entering the divorce process, you need a team on your side – whether you’re filing for the divorce, or your spouse has filed against you. Having strong advocates and advisors with you each step of the way can help you get the information and advice necessary to make your divorce progress as smoothly …
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