Read jargon-free articles and guidance pieces written in-house by our solicitors and keep up to date with what's happening at Neves.
Andrew Becconsall is our Head of Risk and Compliance
In this role he is responsible for ensuring everything the company does is compliant with the strict regulations that law firms have to adhere to, especially in prevention of fraud.
Hague ConventionIf you have recently separated from your partner who also has parental responsibility for the children, you may find your ex-partner refusing to allow you to take the children on holiday outside of the jurisdiction of England and Wales. In such situations you will require permission from the Court to take your children on holiday otherwise the travel may be considered child abduction.
Here we explain what happens to your pension…
Since the Welfare Reform and Pensions Act 1999 the courts have had the power to share pensions between a couple in divorce or dissolution settlements.
Within divorce proceedings the court has power to make orders about the family home or any other property you or your spouse own. The Court cannot order a lender to lend you more money, but a properly drafted court order and careful preparation in the run-up to applying for a new mortgage can maximise your borrowing power.
As many of you will have noticed the Christmas cards, wrapping paper and presents are creeping their way into the shops and supermarkets. Most of you would consider the beginning of October far too early to consider Christmas, and in terms of presents and ordering the Turkey for the Christmas dinner I would agree.
