As time goes on, marriage is on the decline. The Office for National Statistics found that opposite sex marriages have fallen by 47% since 1972. Cohabiting couples however are on the rise. It is therefore important to raise awareness of the ‘myth’ of common law marriage. As many as 46% of people in the UK continue to believe that “common law marriage” exists. Unfortunately, the law has not kept up with the changes in society. Cohabiting couples have no legal status, no matter how long … [Read more...]
I am getting a Divorce – who gets to keep the family pet?
For many relationships, the family pet can form a vital part of the family structure. There has been a noticeable boom in the number of couples welcoming a new pet into the family during and since the coronavirus pandemic. In the instance where a relationship breaks down and a couple separates or divorces, who keeps the family pet? Research undertaken by the Blue Cross suggested that approximately 1 in 4 divorces involved some form of dispute in relation to pets. Divorce and Pets - The … [Read more...]
International Women’s Day: Celebrating the Women Behind Sinclair Law’s Expansion
An all-female leadership team has helped Sinclair Law cement its position as Cheshire’s leading family law practice. On International Women’s Day the practice - where 12 of 13 solicitors and staff are women - is celebrating some of their achievements while also recognising the challenges facing women in law. Sinclair Law Director Lucy Hart said: “I think the ladies of Sinclair Law are some of the best solicitors in the area - and they’ve been the key to our success in recent years. “I … [Read more...]
Your first meeting with your family law solicitor: How to prepare
Meeting with a family law solicitor for the first time following the breakdown of a relationship can seem very stressful and nerve wracking as you will be going through a difficult time. However, this initial meeting will help you navigate your issues and figure out a short-term plan. Every client has different personal circumstances. Some are in a place where they are ready to take practical steps whilst others are only just considering their options. Here are some tips that will help you … [Read more...]
Introducing a new partner to your child- Top Tips
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching and for some couples, it will represent a brand new stage in their relationship. For children, introducing a new partner to your child following the breakdown of their parent’s relationship can be a giant step that ought to be carefully managed. It is also something that could cause a co-parental relationship to deteriorate, if not approached correctly. Whilst there’s no right or wrong answer during this scenario, these are our 8 top tips for … [Read more...]
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