What Happens to the Family Home During Divorce?
When a marriage breaks down, one of the first and most difficult questions is often what will happen to the family home. For many...
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Do Unmarried Couples Have Legal Rights? A Guide to Cohabitation
More couples than ever are choosing to live together without getting married or entering into a civil partnership. However, many people are surprised to...
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What Happens to the Family Farm During Divorce?
Divorce can be challenging for any family. For farming families, however, the issues are often significantly more complex. A family farm is rarely just...
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Can Inheritance Be Protected During Divorce?
When a marriage breaks down, concerns about inheritance often arise very quickly. For many people, inherited assets represent far more than money. They may...
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Child Arrangements After Separation: A Guide
When parents separate, one of the most important considerations is ensuring that children continue to have stable and positive relationships with both parents, wherever...
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What to do when your marriage ends
The decision to end a marriage is rarely straightforward. Alongside the emotional impact, there are often important legal and financial issues to resolve, particularly...
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Amicable Divorce and Family Mediation Advice
Television presenters Tess Daly and Vernon Kay recently announced their separation after 22 years of marriage. In a joint statement shared on Instagram, the couple expressed their commitment...
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Family Law FAQs – What is an Annulment?
Family Law FAQs – What is an Annulment? What can you do if new circumstances come to light about your spouse after the wedding...
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Family Law FAQs – “But who gets to keep the dog?” Commentary – FI v DO [2024] EWFC 384 (B)
Family Law FAQs – “But who gets to keep the dog?” Commentary - FI v DO [2024] EWFC 384 (B) A big question that...
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Understanding the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act (TOLATA)
Understanding the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act (TOLATA) When people buy property together, whether as partners, family members or even friends,...
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We have been recognised in the Chambers UK Legal Guide 2026
We have been recognised in the Chambers UK Legal Guide 2026... We’re very pleased to announce that Burnetts has achieved ten ranked departments and...
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Who gets the kids at Christmas? What to think about when creating amicable arrangements for children when parents separate
Who gets the kids at Christmas? What to think about when creating amicable arrangements for children when parents separate... Summer is behind us and...
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