Having to attend a court hearing is unsettling enough for most people, let alone those who have been victims of domestic abuse at the hands of the other party. Having to face their abuser in court can affect victims mental and emotional wellbeing hugely, in addition to the initial stress and worries of being subject to court proceedings. As a result, the courts have enacted several provisions in order to protect the most vulnerable. Can I apply for special measures? In order to be … [Read more...]
Will I receive maintenance from my partner if I divorce?
There are two types of maintenance that you could be entitled to on the divorce or dissolution of your marriage, the first being child maintenance. Child maintenance Both parents have a legal responsibility for the financial maintenance of their child. Child maintenance is the contribution towards a child’s living costs by the parent who does not live with them. In order to be eligible for this, your child must be under 16, or under 20, but in full-time education up to A-levels or … [Read more...]
What is the role of CAFCASS in private children proceedings?
CAFCASS is an abbreviated name for ‘The Children and Family Court Advisory Service’. CAFCASS are an independent body whose role is to represent the interests of children who are subject to ongoing court proceedings. Although ultimately the decision as to what is best for the children is made by the Family Court, the role of CAFCASS is to safeguard children by advising the Court as to what arrangement would be in the children’s best interests. When an application is made at Court under the … [Read more...]
What is Parental Alienation?
What is Parental Alienation? Something often felt by parents going through a separation or divorce is alienation by or from their child or children. Sadly, only too often during proceedings such as these, relationships between parents and their children will suffer as a result of the “warring” parties, particularly if the case is acrimonious. This is problematic and harmful to all involved, however, when it is happening because the child is being deliberately turned against one parent by the … [Read more...]
Sinclair Law Solicitors hosts breakfast networking event – New trust registration regime
Sinclair Law Solicitors today hosted an informative breakfast networking event at The Colony HQ. The topic was the new trust registration regime hosted by Anthony Whittaker, an expert in Trusts and Estates from Bennett Brooks Accountants. Sinclair Law were joined by local Independent Financial Advisors who were keen to understand how these new changes would affect them, their practice and ultimately the services they provide to their clients. The discussions enforced the importance of … [Read more...]
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