In her latest article, Family Solicitor Megan Porter explores the legal process behind changing a child’s given or surname – from securing consent from everyone with parental responsibility to the high threshold for court approval when agreement...
What actually happens when you apply to the court for help with finances after a divorce? This article sets out the journey step-by-step — from securing a MIAM certificate and completing the detailed Form E, to the First Appointment, the FDR, and (if...
Separation can make private school fees a financial flashpoint. If parents can’t agree on how these costs are shared, the courts can step in with a school fees order – requiring one parent to pay all or part of a child’s education...
When someone passes away, families naturally expect their final wishes to be honoured. But as a recent BBC investigation has shown, the probate process is far from foolproof — and in some cases, dangerously open to abuse. From forged wills and missing...
Amid growing global economic uncertainty, several UK mortgage lenders are cutting rates in anticipation of sharper interest rate reductions by the Bank of England. The move follows renewed trade tensions sparked by US President Trump’s reintroduction...
A major new study has revealed that many people going through divorce without legal advice are making avoidable mistakes and reaching poor financial settlements. With widespread misconceptions about how assets are divided—such as the belief in an...
The importance of having a valid and up-to-date will cannot be overstated, as new figures reveal that over half of adults in England and Wales have not made one. Without a will in place, estates are divided according to strict intestacy rules, often leading...
In a significant ruling earlier this year, the Court of Appeal confirmed that an adoption order cannot be revoked solely on welfare grounds, even if all parties involved, including the adoptive and birth families, are in agreement. It is clear that in any...
In a candid revelation, The Wanted's Max George disclosed that he hastily composed his will on his iPhone from a hospital bed, fearing for his life before undergoing emergency heart surgery. While his proactive approach underscores the importance of...
Who gets the family home in the breakdown of a marriage? While a 50:50 split is the starting point, the court may adjust this based on financial needs and other factors. Options include one party keeping the home, selling it, or deferring the sale until a...
