The realisation that divorce is inevitable can result in wide-ranging emotions spanning despair, frustration – and fear of starting all over again. It is very rare that the person instigating the break up, or the partner who is being left, are prepared
Chronic illness is a very common component in divorce – and can have a far reaching impact on issues relating to finance and children. Long terms conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis, lupus, Motor Neurone Disease not only affect people physically but often
Lawyers get asked all sorts of questions. Quite often these can be unrelated to the legalities of the case they are working on. In family law, what it often comes down to is additional emotional support. While this is not what lawyers
Family law calls for quite a lot of mathematics. From calculating how matrimonial finances should be divided upon divorce, to considering the tax implications of the same, a lot of number crunching goes on. Here, Head of Family for Kuits Katie McCann,
When going through a divorce or trying to agree amicable child arrangements, we appreciate that you need to talk to family and friends to gain their support and understanding. This is perfectly acceptable so long as those you confide in understand the
If you’re currently considering filing for a divorce or are just at the start of the divorce process, here are some articles that we believe will help you along the way. The Divorce Magazine has several accessible, informative and essential legal articles
Maybe you should also be thinking about a pre-nup! This agreement, formally known as a pre-nuptial agreement or pre-civil agreement, has been popular for years with the rich and famous. However, there is now a growing realisation that they can also be
Family Law experts say that the process of divorce, negotiating over finances and family arrangements, is becoming ever more complex, and suggest couples should be more open to making agreements and understanding finances from the outset. The value of family assets is
When a couple end their relationship, there is typically a big dispute between the two parties regarding all of their assets and finances. In a lot of situations, it can often be the case that one member of the couple holds the
The family business comes in all shapes and sizes and in view of this can often be the most difficult financial settlement to conclude following a divorce. In today’s uncertain economic climate there are potential storms on the horizon for the family
The breakdown of a marriage in any family is an upsetting and emotional experience for those involved. However, the ramifications and financial upheaval can be considerable and far reaching where a divorce affects a family farm. There are few other occupations where
It is easy to see how getting divorced can have a negative impact on an individual’s finances, whether it be those of the wife or the husband. Having two houses and cars to pay for and run, where once there may have
