At Harrogate Family Law, our clients come first. Every piece of advice we give, and every action we take, has our clients interests firmly at the centre. Everything we do is geared toward making sure our clients get the outcome they deserve. Choosing a solicitor to help you through difficult circumstances can feel overwhelming, whether ...
The discussion around ‘parental alienation’ and its impact has become a feature of many family law matters in recent years. Here we’re taking a closer look at the theory of parental alienation; what it is, why it’s problematic and the impact it can have on families. What is parental alienation? Parental alienation doesn’t have a ...
Being single after a marriage or long-term relationship can seem like a daunting prospect. To go from sharing your life with another person, to being on your own, is a big adjustment. It can take some getting used to. Here at Harrogate family law, we’re always trying to help our clients look to the future. ...
Family solicitors have had their fair share of attention in the world of Hollywood and television dramas. And while many of us enjoy a dramatic court-room scene on our TV screens, they’ve done nothing to correct the preconceptions about the profession that are already in existence. In this week’s blog, we’re bringing things back to ...
A divorcing couple must disclose their assets in order to obtain a legally binding financial agreement about who gets what. However, in many cases, there aren’t enough assets to meet both spouses’ needs and cut backs have to be made. This is often referred to as a ‘needs-based case’. Which ‘needs’ to consider The main ...
Family court has faced an unprecedented increase in workload since the beginning of the pandemic, and legal professionals are beginning to feel the strain. HHJ Wildblood explained the Bristol Family Court court has had 1.5 times the number of outstanding private law cases since January. Now, more than ever, clients need to do all they ...
According to the Crime Survey for England and Wales, 2.3 million adults aged between 16 - 24 years, are estimated to have experienced domestic abuse between March 2019 and March 2020. This is a shocking statistic. Looking at this from a family law perspective, it’s really important that victims aren’t discouraged from coming forward. But ...
According to a survey carried out by The Office of National Statistics, two-thirds of cohabiting couples were under the impression that ‘common law marriage’ exists. They believed that if their relationship came to an end, the financial considerations would be dealt with in the same way as those of a married couple. However, that’s not ...
It’s not always easy to spot the signs of a narcissistic relationship. That’s because being with a narcissistic partner can distort your sense of reality, making it difficult to recognise the abuse. The behaviour isn’t always obvious, and the impact it has can be very subtle, leaving you unsure of what’s acceptable and what isn’t. ...
You’ve come to the conclusion that your relationship isn’t working and decided to divorce. For some couples the obvious path is to live separately until matters are finalised. But for some, things aren’t that simple. Whether the reasons are financial, practical or even tactical, living together during a divorce is a reality for some couples. ...
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