Monthly Archives: November 2024
Divorce & Separation: How do I get to see my child?
The breakdown of a relationship can be difficult for all involved especially the children and can become complicated where child arrangements need to be agreed. All the evidence shows that a child thrives best when they maintain a relationship with both parents. The Law is clear that a child has the right to a close […]
I’m relocating – Do I need the permission of my child’s other parent?
As people may or may not already know, there are certain decisions that are made in relation to a child which require the consent of everyone with parental responsibility for the child, usually the mother and the father. These decisions relate to important matters in a child’s life such as their education (where they go […]
What is a Gatekeeping Appointment?
WHAT IS A GATEKEEPING APPOINTMENT? You have completed your Application for a Child Arrangements Order C100 and paid the Court Fee (or obtained your exemption). You then receive an Order from the Court saying that CAFCASS have been ordered to prepare a Safeguarding letter, and that a date has been set for a Gatekeeping Appointment […]
Domestic Violence is not exclusive to Adults
The tragic death of Holly Newton aged 15 at the hands of her 16 year old ex boyfriend has highlighted the fact that domestic violence is not exclusive to adults. Reading the reports of her parents campaign to have the law changed so that Domestic Violence is recognised as a crime when the victim is […]
Silver Separators – What are they?
What are Silver Separators? These are not the latest inhabitants of the Marvel universe but rather the parties involved in so-called “Grey Divorces”. This term relates to people over 50 who are seeking divorces, a number that is rising (based on statistics from the United States). Divorce Statistics In England and Wales, the divorce rate […]
How do I get money back that I paid for my son or daughter’s house?
It is not unusual for the bank of mum and dad to fund the deposit on a house for their adult child and their spouse. Whilst it may have been verbally agreed by the spouse that the in-laws should get their money back it will often not be something that was recorded in writing at […]
Child Arrangements at Christmas – are you prepared?
Trick or treat has happened, and fireworks have lit up the sky. Inevitably this means that Christmas is drawing near. It also means that it is already late to be discussing how your child or children will share their time between you and their other parent over the festive season. If you already have […]