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24
Jan 2024

Section: Family Law

The Financial Remedies Transparency Pilot Scheme

In a recent decision by Sir Andrew McFarlane following the 2021 ‘Transparency in the Family Court’ review, a new transparency pilot scheme will begin on 29th January 2024 which will allow the media to report on financial remedy proceedings within the Financial Remedies Court (FRC). The FRC reporting pilot will only cover a limited number…

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24
Jan 2023

Section: Family Law

Decisions you can make if you have parental responsibility

Parental responsibility gives certain individuals rights and obligations in respect of a child. It is generally held by most parents and can also be given to others in certain circumstances. Those who have parental responsibility need to ensure that the child in their care has their needs met, to include: Providing a safe home for…

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23
Jan 2023

Section: Regulatory Services

Business Rates

What are business rates? Business rates are taxes on properties that are used for business purposes. Most non-domestic properties such as offices, shops and pubs will be liable to pay business rates. They also may be charged where only part of a building is used for non-domestic purposes. How much are business rates? Business rates…

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17
Jan 2023

Section: Family Law

Divorce without using the Court

Although an application for Divorce has to be submitted to court, there are numerous other ways to resolve other matters arising from your separation.  Other methods are also generally faster, more cost-effective and can help to avoid conflict. Couples can sometimes agree on issues such as division of property and assets and new arrangements for…

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10
Jan 2023

Section: Family Law

No Fault Divorce – A Practical Guide

The new Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 became law on 6 April 2022. Often referred to as the ‘no-fault’ divorce law, it aims to reduce hostility between couples. The new law removes any need for either party to blame the other, for example, by alleging adultery or unreasonable behaviour, allowing individuals to simply state…

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02
Dec 2022

Section: Family Law

COLLABORATIVE LAW – WORKING TOGETHER TO FIND A RESOLUTION

Traditionally the Court process for resolving disputes that arise from divorce or family disagreements can be a long, expensive and emotionally exhausting experience. Which is why many couples wishing to resolve any disagreements arising from their separation may choose instead to use a collaborative law approach. This gives couples more control over the situation as…

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