Monthly Archives: April 2023

Can the Court help me to spend time with my Grandchild?

  Recent research shows that two third’s of grandparents care for a grandchild full time or on a regular basis. There are many misbeliefs when it comes to their rights in regard to grandchildren. It is common that when the parents of a child separate, the extended family and relationships between a child and their […]

Do I need a Cohabitation Agreement?

The phrase ‘once bitten twice shy’ comes to mind when considering this question or perhaps you are a person who sensibly likes to be prepared for all eventualities and plan ahead. What is a Cohabitation Agreement? It is an agreement to enable unmarried couples who intend to live together or are already doing so, to […]

What is a Disabled Persons Trust?

Legal Definition To set up this type of trust, the beneficiary must be a disabled person. For this purpose a disabled person is defined as one of the following: By reason of ‘mental disorder’ within the meaning of the Mental Health Act 1983, someone who is incapable of administering his property or managing his affairs. […]

I married outside of the UK. Can I Divorce in the UK?

Many couples marry abroad for a range of different reasons. This could be because one or both spouses are not originally from England or Wales, or they are UK residents but choose to marry abroad. For some couples the ideal wedding venue is somewhere exotic overseas. Whatever the reason for marrying outside of the UK, […]