Resolving the split of the matrimonial finances or the arrangements for the children are two of the more challenging aspects of a divorce or separation. For most individuals, the thought of attending court and the costs associated with contested hearings is extremely daunting; particularly at such a difficult and emotional time in their lives. The majority of the individuals that we meet with have a pre-conceived assumption that unless they have already reached an agreement regarding the split of the assets or the arrangements for the children, then an application to court is inevitable.
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In the last two years, there was an increase from 87 to 216 of children aged 10 or under being referred to the NHS because they were unhappy with their biological gender.
When is a concluded agreement capable of being enforced? (A brief look at the Xydhias case)
On divorce, parties are able to agree a financial settlement (provided it complies with certain criteria e.g. that it is fair, reasonable, reached without one party being under duress, and within the law).
We were quite shocked earlier this week to read that Denzil Lush has declared that he himself will never draw up a Lasting Power of Attorney.
Denzil Lush was the senior Judge in the Court of Protection for some 20 years (the Court of Protection is the Court in England and Wales which is responsible for financial and welfare matters for people who cannot make decisions themselves).
Many people aren’t aware that any existing Will they have will be automatically revoked on marriage, unless it was drafted in a specific way to prevent this from happening. A lot of people make the incorrect assumption that because they are married, they don’t need a Will, thinking that all will pass to their spouse on their death.
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