What is the Children Act 1989?
In the continuation of our Private Family Law series, this article looks at how the…
October 2, 2025 By Megan Eaton
Passing the farm on to the next generation – how do I protect it?
Rachel Reeves’ Budget in October last year and the resulting reduced relief from IHT is…
May 6, 2025 By Sarah Atkinson
What rights do I have to stay in my partner’s property if they die?
It is a principle of the law in England and Wales that a person can…
February 4, 2025 By Emily Griffiths
What happens if you remarry without first resolving the financial aspects of your divorce?
The final order (previously known as the decree absolute) at the end of the divorce…
January 31, 2025 By Kai Whicker
Prenuptial agreements – how popular are they?
Recent research conducted on behalf of Handelsbanken Wealth and Asset Management, highlights that 89% of…
January 20, 2025 By Lizzie Smith
Financial protection for unmarried couples with children
Marriage is a declining tradition. A shift in societal expectations sees a soar in unmarried…
November 13, 2024 By Kirstin Sibley
Changing schools when parents don’t agree
Which parent should decide where their child goes to school? If both parents have ‘parental…
July 29, 2024 By Stephens Scown
Renovating a joint property? Here’s what you need to know
If you’re buying a property that needs a little ‘TLC’ (or perhaps a lot!) and…
May 24, 2024 By Eve Hebbron
My parent has a new partner – will this impact my inheritance?
The number of claims being made by a disinherited adult child against a parent’s estate…
May 22, 2024 By Eve Hebbron
The Cohabitation Agreement – what are the benefits?
How can a Cohabitation Agreement help couples to financially protect themselves? What is included in…
May 20, 2024 By Anna Garde-Evans
Buying A House With Your Parents – key considerations
In the last 12 months, we have seen a sharp increase in adult children buying…
April 29, 2024 By Stephens Scown
What is the difference between ‘Joint Tenants’ and ‘Tenants in Common’?
Joint Tenants or Tenants in Common? If you are purchasing a property with your unmarried…
April 29, 2024 By Stephens Scown