We all know that a last will and testament is a very important legal document, one that we all need to have at some point or another – and ideally as soon as possible. If you have ever found yourself wondering why it’s so important, and what would actually happen upon your death if you…
When you are about to go and buy your first home, it can be an incredibly exciting time in so many ways. No matter what kind of property you might have set your sights on, it’s vital that you are doing all you can to get the place you want. There are a lot of…
As the evenings get darker and the temperature drops, there’s only one thing on a lot of people’s minds – Christmas. Christmas is a time for families to come together and celebrate, which can be challenging for parents who are separated or divorced. It can be difficult to come up with a solution that pleases…
Co-parenting after a separation or divorce can be difficult. However, it is the best way to ensure that both parents play an active role in their child’s life. While it might seem difficult to manage at first, there are some ways to ease the stress and allow your kids to thrive in the new circumstances.…
Feelings of fear and uncertainty are common when children are put into care. Both the parents and the child feel the hardship of being separated from each other, especially if the child is particularly young. While this is understandably a difficult time for most, understanding the care system and the reasons for putting a child…
The divorce process is difficult enough without the need to apportion blame to one partner. This is why the new ‘no-fault divorce’ law came into legal force in England and Wales on 6th April 2022 to try and make the process a bit easier for those wishing to separate. The new law also applies to…
Adopting a child is one of the most exciting and rewarding processes that anyone can go through. Knowing that you have helped to improve that child’s life by providing a safe home filled with buckets of unconditional love is a heart-warming feeling that many adoptive parents will feel all too familiar with. However, there is…
As you get older and nearer to the age of writing a will, there are many possible unexpected challenges which life can throw at you. One that can see a devastating impact on people is dementia. Dementia can affect someone’s cognitive functioning – thinking, remembering, and reasoning – to the point in which it interferes…
Divorce can be a painful and overwhelming process for many couples. However, with the UK divorce rate at an estimated 42%, it is a process which is becoming more common, so understanding what it entails is beneficial. Here are some common divorce mistakes and how to avoid making them. 1. Lack of Financial Planning It…
Divorce is never pleasant, but if you are the victim of an abusive marriage, you have a more difficult journey ahead of you. It’s very rare that an abusive partner will change and often, this escalates during the divorce process. Get a Lawyer You’ll need a divorce lawyer to help you with your divorce proceedings.…