Social media has become part of everyday life, with many people regularly sharing updates, photographs and opinions online. During a divorce, however, what is posted on social media can sometimes become relevant to the legal proceedings. Whilst not every post will...
It is increasingly common for couples to live in different countries following the breakdown of a marriage. If your spouse has moved overseas, you may be concerned that this will prevent you from obtaining a divorce in England and Wales. In many cases, you can still...
Inheritance can form an important part of a person’s financial circumstances, particularly where it has been received before or during a marriage. When a relationship comes to an end, many people are concerned about whether inherited money will be shared as part...
A prenuptial agreement is intended to set out how assets should be divided if a marriage later comes to an end. Whilst these agreements are becoming increasingly common, many people are unsure whether they are legally binding or whether they can be challenged during...
Following the breakdown of a relationship, there are situations where it may no longer be safe or appropriate for both parties to continue living in the same property. Where there are concerns about domestic abuse, intimidation or serious conflict, the court has the...
Cohabitation relates to unmarried couples who are living together as partners, while unmarried or without a civil partnership. Last week the government launched a consultation on reforms to provide cohabiting couples greater financial protections at the end of a...