When you’re divorced or separated, there are certain occasions that potentially present a challenge. Weddings, family birthdays and school holidays are all good examples. But for many families, divorce can make Christmas anything but the most wonderful time of the year. Everybody’s circumstances are different, and here we’re looking at some of the different options ...
At Harrogate Family Law, we closely followed the political party conference season for any potential updates regarding family law. We weren’t left disappointed, with cohabitation law reform being the order of the day for the Labour Party. On 10th October, the Shadow Attorney General, Emily Thornberry, declared that a Labour government would commit to reforming ...
According to a YouGov poll in spring 2022, one in four lawyers had experienced stress or burnout at work. Over a quarter of those surveyed reported feeling this way on a daily basis. In recent years there’s been a definite push to ensure that solicitors and legal professionals feel secure and happy in the workplace, ...
The cost of living crisis has continued to affect both families and individuals on a daily basis. With increased food, energy and property costs, many people have found themselves forced to cut back on their spending. But the cost of living crisis isn’t simply limited to the day-to-day running of households. For couples who are ...
Following a divorce or separation, it’s not unusual to look ahead to a fresh start and new beginnings. For some people, this can lead to the consideration of relocating to another city, or even abroad to another country. But what does the law say about this? If this is something you’re considering, here are some ...
From houses and cars to business investments, there are a number of reasons you may wish to provide a financial gift for your child. In fact, according to recent figures from the Institute for Fiscal Studies, parents are set to give around £17bn in gifts and informal loans in 2023 alone. But what happens when ...
It might sound like a cliche. But when I got married it was for life. I didn’t go into it halfheartedly, I was free of doubt, and ready to start the next chapter with the man I loved. But it wasn’t to be. A few years into our marriage, with two small children in tow, ...
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 ...
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