Common Law Marriage – the difference in rights for married and unmarried couples
Do 'common law marriage' rights exist for unmarried couples? People often ask us about the…
September 27, 2023 By Stephens Scown
Valuing goodwill and business interests in divorce and financial proceedings
A recent case highlights the position of a singleton business and some of the arguments…
September 25, 2023 By Stephens Scown
How is a business valued on divorce?
How is a business valued on divorce? In many of the divorce situations we deal…
September 11, 2023 By Shavaun Womersley
Get to know your legal advisor – Sarah Walls
In this series, we introduce some of the people that make up Stephens Scown. We…
July 24, 2023 By Sarah Walls
Divorce Finances – what to do if your spouse has tampered with bank statements
What can you do if you think your ex has tampered with bank statements or…
July 12, 2023 By Kirstin Sibley
Do I have to sell my home on divorce?
Getting divorced is a traumatic experience without the added worry of whether or not you…
June 29, 2023 By Stephens Scown
Methods of resolving finances on divorce
It is imperative that you finalise the arrangements in respect of your finances on divorce…
June 29, 2023 By Stephens Scown
Divorce Myths – ‘is my spouse entitled to my pension on divorce?’
A common divorce myth is that pensions aren’t shared, they stay with the person who…
June 15, 2023 By Alara Guven
What To Do If You Receive A Draft Consent Order
What should you do when you receive a draft consent order from a solicitor? This…
June 12, 2023 By Tamsin Best
Protecting the family farm – a document for every occasion
Divorces, remarriages and couples living together can all lead to complicated family dynamics. What are…
April 6, 2023 By Stephens Scown
Cohabitation dispute and childrens’ property rights
When dealing with this type of case involving houses, clients tend to think only of…
April 6, 2023 By Stephens Scown
What’s in a trust? A cautionary tale
When it comes to a divorce, what’s in a trust usually stays in a trust. …
April 6, 2023 By Stephens Scown