Divorce and Dissolution
In an effort to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of private law proceedings in family courts, the UK government introduced the Private Law Pathfinder Pilot. The recently published process evaluation looks at the pilot’s impact, highlighting key successes, ongoing challenges, and potential areas for future reform. Understanding the Pathfinder Pilot The Pathfinder Pilot was launched…
The landscape of family law in England and Wales continues to evolve, with 2024 bringing notable trends in divorce applications, orders to prevent domestic abuse, and private law cases. The latest statistics provide insights into the shifts in family court proceedings, highlighting key areas of growth and decline. Divorce Applications and Final Orders Between October…
Going through a divorce can be stressful and expensive. But there is a way to make the process quicker and cheaper. It’s called the Accelerated First Appointment Procedure, and it can help couples move forward without unnecessary delays. What is the First Appointment? When couples get divorced and cannot agree on finances, they may need…
Does your final financial order contain a child maintenance order or a global maintenance order, and 12 months have passed since that order was made? If so, you are entitled to apply for an assessment of child maintenance via the CMS, the Child Maintenance Service. The CMS decision will then replace the provisions of the…
It is a really common misconception that finances are automatically split 50/50 in a divorce. It is actually quite rare that this happens when it comes to housing. The reason it is rare, is that 50/50 equal sharing of assets is not the goal of the court in a divorce. The goal of the legal…
At Rainscourt Family Law Solicitors, we are acutely aware of the unique challenges that individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) may face when dealing with the family court system. This recognition is echoed by our listing as a recommended resource on the National Autistic Society’s directory. We understand that for those with autism, the complexity…
When it comes to family law, many people think the rules and rights only apply to married couples. However, if you’re unmarried with children, you also have certain legal financial rights, particularly if the other parent is a high earner or lives overseas. Understanding these rights can help ensure the financial wellbeing of you and…
In divorce proceedings, particularly for high-net-worth couples, safeguarding family wealth and ensuring financial stability for children is of paramount importance. Trusts can play a crucial role in achieving these objectives, as they offer a means to protect assets, minimise tax liabilities, and provide long-term financial security for all parties involved. In this blog, we will…
Shared parenting, also known as joint custody or co-parenting, is an arrangement in which both parents actively participate in raising their child after separation or divorce. This approach aims to foster a healthy and supportive environment for the child, ensuring that both parents remain involved in their life. In this blog, we will discuss the…
You may have been told by the Family Court that you must attend a SPIP course. This is a Separated Parents Information Programme, which the court can order parents to attend if they are involved in court proceedings. The purpose of the programme is to encourage parents to consider their dispute from their child’s perspective…
