As we approach the 2024 general election, the country is full of anticipation, wondering what changes might be in store. For us as solicitors, it will be interesting to see what, if any, changes are afoot for family law. For many observers, law reform transcends party politics. It's about enacting changes that will benefit society ...
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 ...
When you are preparing for divorce the things you do in the first few weeks can have a huge impact on your financial future. That’s why it’s important to take advice before you make any decisions that could affect your long-term position. …
The law Under the current law, introduced in 1973, couples must blame the other to get a divorce, unless they have been separated for two years. To blame the other person, they must cite either their “unreasonable behaviour” or their adultery. This is not very helpful for those couples who have mutually agreed that their ...
There is a growing consensus among many family law specialists that couples should be allowed to divorce without having to apportion blame to one party. Under the current law enacted in 1973, unless couples have been separated for two years, it’s necessary under the current system to cite unreasonable behaviour or adultery for the marital ...
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
