When a marriage ends, dividing financial assets is often one of the most complex and contentious aspects of the process. Among these assets, pensions frequently hold significant value and require careful consideration. Pension sharing orders are…
Child maintenance is a critical aspect of ensuring the financial wellbeing of children following a separation or divorce. It is a legal and statutory responsibility and a vital source of support, helping to provide for a…
Parental responsibility is a cornerstone of family law but many parents themselves are unsure about its scope and meaning. In this article, we look at what parental responsibility entails, who holds it and why it matters.What…
When divorcing, it is not only the legal ending of the marriage that needs to be addressed, but also the matrimonial finances. Financial orders set out the settlement reached and can include a variety of provisions.…
The breakdown of a marriage is hard and made even more difficult if you are dealing with poor behaviour from your spouse. The Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 requires the court to consider: ‘the conduct of each…