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14
Feb 2025

Changes in spousal maintenance payments

Changes to spousal maintenance payments  As the cost-of-living increases, individuals relying on spousal maintenance payments for support or those who have been ordered to pay spousal maintenance may face difficulties. We look at whether it is possible to change the amount being paid.  When a couple divorces, a financial order should be made, setting out…

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24
Jan 2025

Pension Division in Divorce: A Complete Guide for English and Welsh Divorces

When couples divorce in England and Wales, pensions often represent one of their most valuable assets, sometimes worth even more than the family home. The courts have developed sophisticated approaches to dealing with these complex assets during financial settlements. Here’s a comprehensive look at how the system works. The Legal Framework The courts in England…

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17
Jan 2025

Why January Has Become Known as ‘Divorce Month’

The phenomenon of January divorces has become so well-established that family lawyers often refer to it as ‘Divorce Month’. Each year, law firms across the country see a significant spike in divorce inquiries and filings as the new year begins. But what drives this annual pattern? The Post-Holiday Divorce Surge The increase in divorce filings…

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14
Jan 2025

Divorce and Separation: 7 common myths

There is a certain amount of misinformation surrounding divorce, the process, financial settlements and the arrangements for children should you separate or divorce. Here we take a look at seven of the most common divorce myths and what the truth of the matter is. 1. One party needs to apply for the divorce, saying why…

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