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What is a Cohabitation Agreement and do I need one?

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Cohabitation Agreements can be used to protect a couple’s assets and clear up any uncertainty regarding shared assets in separation. In this article, Simon Immins takes a look at these agremeents outlining the pros, cons and costs.

Can I get parental responsibility as a step-parent?

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We often get questions from step-mothers and step-fathers regarding their rights to step children.

In this article, Family Partner Andy Stynes answers some of these questions and discusses step-parent’s parental responsibility.

An expert's breakdown of clean break consent orders

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In this article, Family Partner Simon Immins answers questions around clean break consent orders.

Simon outlines exactly how long it takes to attain a clean break consent order and discusses your options if your ex-partner doesn’t agree to enter into one.

Is it worth getting a separation agreement?

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Olivia takes a look at separation agreements, discussing whether they're binding, enforceable and ultimately worthwhile.

The new divorce terminology explained

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Divorce is changing completely on April 6th. No-fault divorce will take over from the previous 'fault-based' divorce and, with that, divorce terminology will also be updated.

In this article, Andy outlines and defines the terminology going forward.

Can I do a no-fault divorce myself online?

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In this article, Simon Immins discusses DIY divorce and how it will work with the new divorce law going forward.

Louisa looks at whether a DIY divorce is easier, discussing the pros and cons, and outlines the divorce process in full.

What are joint applications for divorce and how do they work?

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The new law, coming into force on April 6th, states that couples can apply for divorce jointly for the first time ever.

Specialist family and no fault divorce solicitor and partner Andy Stynes looks at the benefits of joint application and outlines how you can apply in his latest article.

Everything you need to know about No Fault Divorce

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In this article, experienced Family Solicitor & Partner Andy Stynes details everything that you need to know about No Fault Divorce. Including - what NFD is, when it comes into law, how NFD works, whether it can be contested and more.

Separated Parents - Can I take my child abroad?

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In this article, Family Partner Andrew Stynes outlines when a parent can and can’t take their child abroad.

How much does it cost to get a divorce in the UK in 2021?

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Andrew Stynes details the current family court fees and what they are changing to from 30th September.

Can my ex partner pick our child up from school without my permission?

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Andy Stynes answers some common questions around the rights of separated parents as the kids return to school.

What is a post-nuptial agreement and do I need to have one?

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Andy Stynes looks at post nuptial agreements; discussing what they are, how they're used and whether you need one. She also looks at whether post nups are legally binding and how they can be used to protect assets in divorce or separation.

No fault divorce to become law in 2022

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Ministers announced yesterday that the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 will come into force on 6th April 2022. The bill allows couples to divorce or dissolve their civil partnership without assigning blame, a process that is commonly...

Divorce and child arrangements: What do parents need to consider?

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What happens if we can't agree on child arrangements? How do the courts decide child arrangements? Simon Immins provides an in depth guide to divorce and child arrangements, describing court proceedings and answering some frequently asked questions.

What happens to your pension when you divorce?

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Will my partner get half my pension if we divorce? Simon Immins, Partner in our family department, answers your questions on pensions and pension distribution during divorce.

Can you do a divorce yourself online?

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Simon Immins, Partner in our family team, looks the advantages and disadvantages of getting a divorce yourself online in her latest article.

What is a financial order and why are they important?

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Olivia Le Masurier looks at financial orders, and explains why they are so important for divorcing or separating couples.

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