The highly anticipated and eagerly awaited no-fault divorce law changes come into effect from 6th April 2022. Whilst deemed the ‘new’ law, this in reality is putting in place the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act of 2020.
Applying for a divorce can be an extremely challenging and stressful time. Discussions about separation and divorce can often lead to upsetting and emotionally driven conversations about some of the things we hold most dear. As specialist divorce lawyers, Hawkins…
Deciding to get a divorce can be an emotionally difficult and challenging time for both parties. Divorce can be very distressing, particularly when it comes to considering how you should separate your finances. The current law on how money is…
It is a form of domestic abuse. It is not specifically defined nor confined to any particular form of behaviour. It can be a singular act or a pattern. It can include violence or threats of violence as well as…
What to do when you decide to separate - whether you are considering a legal separation or you have separated from your partner but are not ready to get divorced yet, we can explain the different methods of dispute resolution…
This week is Good Divorce Week – an event put together by Resolution to highlight the ways in which is it may be possible to prevent a divorce turning acrimonious. Although perhaps seen by some as a trite cliché in…
If you have been to see a family lawyer, you have probably heard of a consent order , and encouraged to enter into one upon divorce.
A civil partnership is a legal union of either a same sex couple or a couple of the opposite sex. A civil partnership gives the relationship legal recognition in a similar way to a marriage. However, there are some noticeable…
The last few months have proved testing to us all in many different ways. From a relationship point of view, some couples may find they feel stronger in pulling together through uncertain times. Others may feel that lockdown and the…
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…