Divorce & the Pandemic
The pandemic has had a significant impact on couples living in the UK. Complying with stay-at-home and social distancing orders over the course of the year has triggered a greater number of family law issues,…
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Change in law on mobile phones use
A Government consultation is set to change the use of mobile phones in driving law banning all smartphone use behind the wheel in the United Kingdom. What changed, and how will the new law affect…
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Stamp Duty Relief and the UK Housing Boom
The temporary Stamp Duty relief has dramatically impacted house asking prices across the country which have hit a record high of 5.2% this August (with an average property price going over £245,000 for the first…
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Settlement Agreement: what you need to know
Have you been offered a Settlement Agreement? This document, previously known as a Compromise Agreement, is a legally binding agreement used to resolve disputes between an employer and an employee. It can be drawn either…
READ MOREConsent Order after Divorce
When divorcing, it is important to consider obtaining a Consent Order even if there are little or no assets. People don’t realise that spouses remain financially linked to each other after a Divorce has been finalised. This means…
READ MOREMWG Family Department Update
Even though the country is in lockdown MWG Family Department is still here to help you with all your family issues, including Divorce and Children Matters. The department is working remotely and available to speak with you either…
READ MOREGrandparents’ rights
Have you been stopped from seeing your grandchild or grandchildren due to a dispute in the family or a relationship breakdown? Grandparents do not have an automatic right. However, the law recognises a child’s right to family life,…
READ MOREProbate and Rules of Intestacy
What is Probate? Probate is the legal process of administering an estate that belonged to someone who has died. This includes taking care and distributing all possessions, properties and money accumulated by the time of their death. It…
READ MOREShould I make a Will?
A Will is a legal document that establishes how your money and assets will be distributed after your death. Writing a Will gives you control on who will benefit from your possessions, protecting your wishes and the future…
READ MORECoronavirus and Child Arrangement Orders
As the UK starts a period of nationwide lockdown to contain coronavirus, some parents are concerned about meeting the requirements of their Child Arrangements Order issued by the Family Court. How does the government’s decision to restrict people’s…
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