On the breakdown of a relationship, consideration will need to be given to the arrangements for any children, including with which parent they should live and how often they should spend time with the other. If parents are unable to agree these arrangements between them, either through discussions or through mediation, an application will need to be made to court for a Child Arrangements Order.
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The importance of putting in place a Health & Welfare Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) has certainly come to the fore during the Covid-19 pandemic. This document allows you to appoint a person or persons of your choosing to make medical and care decisions for you, should you become incapable of making them for yourself.
You may feel daunted by the prospect of your first meeting with your Family Solicitor. It may be something you have been putting off for some time and it's natural to feel anxious.
You can be assured that our advice is always personal, practical and tailored for you. We will clarify your issues, explore your options and find the approach that's right for you.
What happens when your loved one with special needs reaches the age of 18?
What happens if your husband or wife, mother or father, brother or sister… suddenly lose the mental capacity to make decisions for themselves?
Mediation has been an alternative to court hearings for some time now, but its popularity is rising in part thanks to its relative affordability in comparison to the cost of running a case to court with solicitors and barristers. The court is understandably keen for parties to attempt mediation before taking up court time, and indeed in certain cases, for instance, matters involving children or finances on divorce, it is a requirement that parties have formally considered mediation before the court will entertain an application.
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