HopeHolm Family Law
I am stuck in the middle and miss my grandchild… do I have rights to visit my grandchild? It is very heart-breaking to hear from grandparents who have been prevented to see or spend time with their grandchildren when their children divorce or separate. Although one appreciates the benefit, value and importance that grandparents should have or continue to have for …
A Specific Issue Order helps to settle a specific dispute about child arrangements after a divorce or separation. If a Specific Issue Order (SIO) is granted, it grants permission to the person applying for the Order to make decisions without the approval or consent of the other parent. This can include making decisions about: Anyone …
The court is required to have regard to all the circumstances of the case, with the first consideration being given to the welfare of a minor child of the family who has not attained the age of 18. A child of the family is defined as a child of both parties to the marriage or …
In October 2020, the Court of Appeal rules that Family Law courts can overrule family arbitration rulings. So what does this mean? Covid-19 is currently having a major impact on all aspects of the judiciary system. The Court of Appeal decision could help solve the current backlog of cases relating to financial claims. Couples will …
What am I entitled to as my divorce settlement? When you are splitting up from your husband, wife or civil partner you need to know what you will be entitled to as your divorce settlement. Without that information, you can’t plan for your future or for the future of your children. You should feel reassured …
I believe you are entitled to be given support and the best advice in moving forward, and in giving you back control and empowerment over your life. You do not need to suffer in silence or feel like a helpless victim. You can apply for an injunction if you have been the victim of domestic …
Many people will have heard of a Prenuptial Agreement and know that this is something couples enter into before they get married to protect their assets. What people may not know is that you can still enter into an agreement to do this, even after the marriage has occurred. This is known as a Postnuptial …
All mothers and most fathers have legal rights and responsibilities as a parent – known as ‘parental responsibility’. Parental Responsibility (PR) gives you a bundle of rights – for a greater say over your child’s upbringing and input about major decisions relating to your child’s life. It also exempts you from seeking permission from the …
You may want to go ahead with your separation or divorce in your chosen timeframe but I believe it’s crucial that you have the requisite information to make informed decisions on when you should get divorced. If you look at some divorce websites, they tell you that you can get divorced at the click of …
Ending a civil partnership is probably one of the most difficult decisions you will make. As a specialist family law solicitor, I can help you end your civil partnership and sort out any child custody and contact arrangements and your financial settlement. Ending a civil partnership Ending a civil partnership is a legal process that …
