After separation and when the question of division of assets arises, it is advisable to obtain financial disclosure from both parties. Financial disclosure is the process whereby both parties provide all details of their financial position to the other party. This then gives a clearer picture as to how assets should be divided to ensure fairness. Financial disclosure can be done on a voluntary basis, without any involvement with the court. If financial remedy proceedings are instigated by one … [Read more...]
Improvements to the way the family court responds to domestic abuse announced
Domestic abusers – not their victims - to be moved from the family home? In response to calls from charities and campaign groups, councils in England have been considering measures to provide housing for domestic abusers, allowing victims to remain living in the former matrimonial home. The Domestic Abuse Act, which was recently passed by Parliament, compels councils to devise plans to provide housing support for victims and their children. Some Councils, such as Sunderland City Council, … [Read more...]
Child arrangements during the Christmas holidays
After the past two years, time with loved ones has never felt so important, but for separated parents Christmas can be a time of stress and worry as plans need to be agreed about where and how children will spend the festive season. So how do you avoid any festive unhappiness and agree on arrangements for children during Christmas? Whilst the Government has said that further lockdowns are unlikely, it has reiterated that restrictions should not prevent children from being able to move between … [Read more...]
This week is ‘Good Divorce Week 2021’
This week is Good Divorce Week 2021 (29 Nov - 3 Dec) where Resolution is kickstarting a national conversation about how parents can embrace a child-focused approach to separation. Family relationships have come under immense pressure since the start of the pandemic and we know that the children of parents who separate can find the experience one of the most challenging and impactful of their lives. “Divorce is a very difficult time for families and can be especially difficult for the … [Read more...]
Privacy v Transparency in the Family Court
A recent report on transparency in the Family Courts has led to the conclusion that change is needed to the current system. At present, when a journalist attends a Family Court hearing, they cannot usually publish anything about the hearing. The President of the Family Division, Sir Andrew McFarlane has stated that this is not sustainable going forward. Instead, he has suggested that it is important that we allow journalists to publish articles about what is seen and heard during Family Court … [Read more...]
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