Covid-19 (coronavirus) has caused not only a devastating health crisis, but also an economic one. Even though lockdown restrictions are being lifted and employees are returning to work, it is seemingly accepted, nevertheless, amongst economists, financial experts and even the…
After the government suggested that couples may like to lockdown together, many couples jumped into a cohabitating relationship far quicker than they might otherwise. But how many have considered the legal implications of cohabitation during lockdown? For example, if your…
The Covid-19 pandemic has a wide-ranging impact on so many aspects of our daily lives and the family justice system has not been immune to being impacted. The Court has sought to make appropriate changes to its policies and processes…
Coronavirus (Covid-19) does not in itself impact the means of dividing assets in a divorce. The assets will, as usual, need to be attributed values, which are agreed by both spouses or accepted by a Court, and those assets then…
During these unprecedented times, with lockdown continuing and uncertainty about how or when it will cease, it may be harder than ever to co-operate with an ex-partner over contact with your child(ren). In these circumstances, how to manage co-parenting during…
There is still a lot of uncertainty around the current Covid-19 outbreak, but the risk of catching the virus has not gone away completely, so how do you navigate co-parenting if one parent has Covid-19 (Coronavirus)? Firstly, let's looks at…
As a consequence of the current epidemic and the paring back of essential services, a number of hearings in the Court’s diary have been adjourned – essentially, deferred to a later date when resources allow them to be considered. If…
There is a lot of confusion surrounding child arrangements and lockdown and what should and shouldn't be done. Let's take a look at the most commonly asked questions. Firstly, separated parents of children in dispute over the child arrangements broadly…
The world may have changed a little since you set up payments in relation to child maintenance, especially if you have been furloughed. In this post I look at common questions that have been asked in relation to furlough and…
Separated parents who share the care of their children may be understandably concerned about their child’s safety, health and well-being during the current outbreak and may be wondering how Coronavirus will affect split families. Many children of separated parents are…