Without a financial order, ex-spouses can make financial claims on each other, even after the final divorce.
The reasons that spouses decide to divorce are many and varied and no two situations are ever exactly the same. There are however some common themes which we explore in this blog.
The Child Maintenance Service, replaced the CSA (Child Support Agency). They are responsible for making decisions on child maintenance where parents cannot agree between themselves.
Property is often the most valuable asset a divorcing couple will own and it is essential that its value is accurately reflected in the division of assets. Here we deal with one valuation option.
Children are hugely impacted by their parents separating and divorcing. These effects cannot be underestimated and parents must ensure they do everything possible to minimise any damage.
Couples often ask 'what is a fair divorce settlement'. The answer is 'it depends'. There are various factors the law says must be taken into account when making a decision on terms of a settlement.
Financial abuse takes various forms, often encompassing tactics that limit the victim's access to money, knowledge about their financial situation and opportunities for economic growth.
Divorce in the UK has evolved with the implementation of a no-fault divorce system. Even where you don't know your spouse's address, the UK legal system accommodates those circumstances
The UK government has introduced a bold and controversial proposal: imposing fines on parents who refuse to engage in mediation. Read on to learn about the pros and cons of the proposals.
Ring fencing refers to the practice of protecting certain assets from being included in the pool of assets to be divided between the parties in a divorce settlement
Divorce is a life-altering event that impacts not only the lives of the spouses involved but also their children. Its effects on children can be profound and long lasting.
Following the Spring Finance Bill 2023 in March, couples will be given longer to transfer assets between them without capital gains tax (CGT) consequences.
