How to Navigate September’s Rise in No-Fault Divorce
September often brings a rise in no-fault divorce enquiries as family pressures resurface after summer. Nantes Solicitors explain why this happens and how our Separate Together service helps couples navigate divorce with calm and clarity.
The Importance of Financial Settlements in Divorce
A financial settlement on divorce ensures legally binding clarity and security over assets, property, and finances. It prevents future claims and supports children’s welfare, helping both parties move on with confidence and independence.
Rogers v Wills [2025]: High Court Recognises Rights of Unpaid Family Carers
The High Court’s ruling in Rogers v Wills [2025] confirms unpaid family carers may claim reimbursement from estates. It recognises caregiving as a contractual service and provides key legal guidance on assessing mental capacity amid dementia diagnoses.
What Happens to Your Digital Assets When You Die?
Digital assets like social media, emails, and cryptocurrencies form part of your estate. Learn how to protect and manage them after death by keeping records, appointing digital executors, and including clear wishes in your will.
Di Jenner | Chartered Legal Executive & Family Law Specialist Dorset
Di Jenner is a Chartered Legal Executive specialising in family law. Her practical, compassionate approach helps parents navigate complex children law and family issues.
Completing Form E for Divorce: A Guide to Financial Disclosure
Form E is a vital document in divorce proceedings. This guide outlines what’s required, how to complete it properly, and the importance of full financial disclosure to support a fair settlement.
Matrimonial Homes & Bankruptcy: Key Takeaways from DDR v BDR
The case of DDR v BDR [2024] explores the legal challenges of dividing property in divorce when bankruptcy is involved. Courts considered financial contributions, constructive trusts, and equity, awarding a 50% beneficial interest to the wife.
How UK Courts Divide Assets in Divorce: Matrimonial vs Non-Matrimonial
Learn how UK divorce courts handle matrimonial and non-matrimonial assets, what factors are considered, and how settlements are determined.
Deed of Variation – What is it and how can it benefit me?
Learn how a Deed of Variation allows beneficiaries to adjust inheritance entitlements for tax planning, fairness, or to benefit others. Understand the rules, benefits, and limitations with expert insights tailored to your needs.
Married Women’s Property Act 1882: Impact and Relevance Today
Discover how the Married Women’s Property Act 1882 revolutionised women’s property rights and why its remaining provisions, especially for engaged couples, continue to play a vital role in today’s legal system.