Spousal maintenance is a complex area of family law as there are several factors to consider. The focal issue is often whether both parties can support themselves financially after divorce. The common example is a marriage…
After making an application to the court regarding your children, the court will often ask Cafcass to speak with you and prepare a Safeguarding Letter. This can be confusing for families who have never heard of…
When deciding how assets should be split upon divorce, the first step is usually to consider what forms the ‘matrimonial pot’ such as the family home and joint bank accounts. It can be easy to assume…
Pensions are a complex area when dealing with the financial side of a divorce. It is all too easy to be focused on what you and your spouse need now, rather than considering how you will…
Parents often hear the phrase ‘best interests of the children’ but it can be difficult to understand exactly what those best interests are. The Welfare Checklist provides guidance to professionals, including the court, as to how…