If you’ve ever heard the term ‘common law spouse’ or ‘common law marriage’, it’s important to know that there’s no such thing. Despite this, a report by the Women and Equalities Committee showed that 46% of people living in England and Wales believe that unmarried cohabiting couples have the same rights as those who are ...
When it comes to divorce, the division of the assets and finances is often the most contentious issue. Negotiating who gets what, how much, and for how long isn’t always straightforward, particularly if there’s a family home, a business, or complex pensions to consider. Sometimes, it’s not possible to reach an agreement without the intervention ...
Being a child of divorced parents can be difficult at any age. For very young children, it’s often a case of them adapting as they grow, learning to accept separated parents as part of their particular family dynamic. For teenagers, the transition can be a little tricker to navigate, with open and honest conversations required ...
We’re extremely proud to share that we’ll once again be part of the Harrogate International Festivals team, this year as one of their premier partners, joining the likes of other Harrogate businesses, Rudding Park and Nicholls Tyreman. “We are delighted to be renewing as a premier partner and supporting the festivals for another year. Harrogate ...
According to figures from the Office for National Statistics, divorce amongst those aged 65 and over is on the rise. People living longer, a shift in society’s attitude towards divorce, and significant life events such as the Covid-19 pandemic, are all potential contributing factors to this ongoing trend. If you’re at or approaching this stage ...
Domestic abuse is often regarded as a gendered crime. According to Women’s Aid, women are more likely to repeatedly experience severe forms of abuse, and those that end in physical injury or death. However, that’s not to say that domestic abuse against men doesn’t happen. In 2020, the Office for National Statistics stated that 757,000 ...
For most couples, deciding to pursue a separation or divorce isn’t a decision made on a whim. Very often, there will have been a number of warning signs that the relationship isn’t working, and consideration given to whether the problems and concerns can be worked through and resolved. Or not. But what are the things ...
If you’re contemplating a separation or divorce, choosing the right solicitor is an important step. You need to be confident that they’ll be with you at every step, and provide the honest and objective advice you need to make those all-important decisions. But how do you know when it’s a good fit? From transparency around ...
After a well-deserved nomination in the category of ‘Rising Star Under 30’, March 2023 saw our very own solicitor and director, Laura Mounsey, make it through to the final of The Stray Ferret Business Awards. We were over the moon for her, and very grateful to The Stray Ferret for recognising such a talent. The ...
No matter how amicable you feel your separation or divorce may be, there are bound to be stressful times ahead for everyone involved. From financial settlements and pensions, to breaking the news and the arrangements for children, there’s a lot to think about. But it’s important to remember that there are tools out there that ...
Harrogate Family Law Limited
Clarendon House, 9 Victoria Avenue, Harrogate, HG1 1JD
Registered in England and Wales under company number 07532646.
The firm is subject to the SRA Standards and Regulations: Click to view.
Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number 557459.
All content © 2010 – 2023 Harrogate Family Law Limited unless otherwise stated.
Website by The Micro Agency
