What Documents Are Needed for Probate?
Applying for probate is an important step in administering a person’s estate after they have died. Before the estate can be collected and distributed, the appropriate legal authority is often required. Preparing the necessary documents in advance can help avoid delays and ensure that the probate application is processed as smoothly as possible. Understanding which […]
Can I Get a Divorce Without My Spouse’s Consent?
The decision to end a marriage is rarely easy, and it can become even more challenging if one spouse refuses to cooperate or does not agree with the divorce. Many people worry that their husband or wife can prevent the process from moving forward by refusing to give consent. However, the law in England and […]
What Is a Financial Remedy Order?
Divorce not only brings a marriage to an end but also requires important decisions to be made about finances. Reaching agreement on how assets, property, pensions and income should be divided is often one of the most significant aspects of the process. Where an agreement cannot be reached, or where a formal and legally binding […]
What Is the Difference Between Divorce and Dissolution?
The end of a legal relationship can bring a range of emotional, practical and financial challenges. Understanding the legal process involved is an important first step towards moving forward. While the terms divorce and dissolution are often used interchangeably, they apply to different types of legal relationships. Although the two processes are very similar in […]
How Often Should You Update Your Will?
Making a will is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your loved ones and ensure your wishes are followed after your death. However, creating a will is not a one-time task. As circumstances change throughout life, it is important to review your will regularly to ensure it continues to reflect […]
What Is a Clean Break Order?
Divorce not only ends a marriage but also brings financial ties between spouses into focus. Even after a divorce is finalised, financial claims can remain open unless they are formally addressed. A clean break order is designed to bring financial matters to a final conclusion, providing certainty and allowing both parties to move forward independently. […]
Congratulations to Madeline Harris On Her Full STEP Membership – Here’s What it Means to Her and Our Clients
I am incredibly proud to share that I have become a full member of STEP and can now use the TEP designation after my name. For anyone outside the private client world, STEP stands for the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners — a globally recognised professional body for specialists working in wills, trusts, estates, […]
What Happens at a Fact Finding Hearing
Family court proceedings sometimes involve allegations of abuse, coercive behaviour or other disputed events that may affect decisions about children or protective orders. Where significant allegations are denied and the court considers them relevant to the case, a fact finding hearing may be required. This hearing allows the court to examine the evidence and determine […]
How to Register a Lasting Power of Attorney
A lasting power of attorney allows someone you trust to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to manage your own affairs in the future. Putting a lasting power of attorney in place can provide reassurance that important decisions about finances, property, health and welfare will be handled by someone you have chosen. […]
What Is a Non-Molestation Order
Family breakdowns can sometimes involve behaviour that is threatening, intimidating or abusive. In these situations, legal protection may be necessary to safeguard the wellbeing of those affected and prevent further harm. A non-molestation order is designed to protect individuals and children from abusive behaviour by placing clear legal restrictions on another person’s conduct. Understanding how […]