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Is it a loan, is it a gift?

It is not uncommon for arguments to arise as to whether money paid by parents, or some other benefactor, to couples during their marriage is to be paid back, and thus regarded as a liability when assets are divided on…

Posted by: Graham Simm

01/07/22

Aviva publish pension research

In early May, pension provider Aviva published findings that concluded that thousands are at risk of pension poverty after they divorce. The research states that one in seven didn't realise that their pension could be impacted upon by getting divorced…

Posted by: Graham Simm

24/06/22

Guidance on Fact-Finding Hearings issued to the Judiciary

Following on from recent reported court decisions which have sought to clarify how the courts should approach cases when there are allegations of domestic abuse in private law Children Act Proceedings, and how to determine whether a fact-finding hearing is…

Posted by: Graham Simm

26/05/22

Divorce Portal Closure

In readiness for the commencement of the new divorce law and procedure which comes into effect on 6th April, the HMCTS portal, where online divorce petitions are issued, is closing at 4pm on 31st March, and re-opens at 10am on 6…

Posted by: Graham Simm

28/03/22

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