Sinclair Law Solicitors recently attended Resolution – First for Family Law #nationalconference in Birmingham. It was the biggest annual gathering of family justice professionals and first face-to-face conference since 2019. The event consisted of three days of online workshops and two days at the conference itself including a Resolution Awards dinner. The 2022 conference was well supported with over 500 delegates. The Chair Juliet Harvey addressed the conference and in … [Read more...]
Divorce and the implications on your pension
It has been well documented that the new ‘no-fault’ divorce legislation has been implemented to try and achieve a less acrimonious separation between parties getting a divorce. It has been suggested that this in turn may lead to an increase in the divorce rates. Although divorce and pensions are treated as separate entities by the matrimonial courts, instigating divorce proceedings can lead to financial problems if parties do not understand the implications a divorce can have on your … [Read more...]
How does the length of my marriage impact a financial settlement?
Upon consideration of a financial settlement, the principle of equality of sharing has been embodied in the Court in England and Wales since the landmark case of White. An argument often relied upon is whether the Court should consider that this be departed from due to the marriage being of short length. The length of a marriage is a factor the Court must consider according to s25(2)(d) of the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973. The length of marriage, along with the following, are taken into … [Read more...]
Relocating – Can I take the children?
If you are recently separated or divorced, it is inevitable that a fresh new start, somewhere different may be appealing, but can you take your children with you? If you hold sole parental responsibility for your child, then the answer is yes. There is no legal requirement to obtain the consent of the non-resident parent if you wish to move your child within the UK. The UK extends to England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. It does not include the Isle of Mann or the Channel … [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...]
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