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Case Study: Successful relocation with children after separation: how family law helped one mother move
Mira represented a mother seeking permission to relocate to a different region of England with her two children from a previous marriage, her new partner, and their expected baby. She wanted to move closer to her new job and her support network. The mother shared parental responsibility with the children’s…
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Top 10 Tips for Financial Remedy Proceeding
By Caroline Ford, Family Law Solicitor – Branch Austin McCormick “If you’re facing financial remedy proceedings, you’re likely dealing with a lot of change and uncertainty. I’ve worked with many clients going through this process, and I understand how daunting it can feel. These ten practical tips are designed to…
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The importance of pre-nuptial agreements
Overview Gorkem’s client, a 43-year-old professional working as a Venture Capitalist, approached him seeking assistance with drafting a pre-nuptial agreement prior to his marriage to his fiancée, an art curator. The client had substantial financial interests, including multiple investments and a property that he owned in his sole name.
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Can I apply to the English court for financial provision after getting divorced abroad? Financial relief after an overseas divorce
Part III of the Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984 (the Act) governs the bringing of claims for financial provision after a foreign divorce – these are often referred to as “Part III” claims. You may wish to consider a Part III claim as not all countries allow for divorcing…
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One Lawyer: Two Clients (Both Spouses/Both Cohabitants/Both Parents) – Resolution Together
Understandably many separating couples: Need guidance on available options and how division of the matrimonial finances works. Need guidance on how to achieve a fair and workable outcome on the matrimonial finances. Need guidance on how to achieve fair and workable child arrangements. Want to avoid attending court hearings. Want…
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Can family law clients really trust in a family trust?
The highly experienced team at Branch Austin McCormick have considerable skill in dealing with both setting up family trusts and also in dealing with them during the litigation process. In a recent High Court case Julius Brookman successfully managed to protect a family trust, but he explains some of the…
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What to do if your ex-spouse is recklessly spending money during your divorce: add back arguments
On a marriage breakdown, if you believe that your spouse has overspent money which has resulted in fewer matrimonial assets being available as part of the divorce settlement, you could potentially make an argument to add back the funds spent (or some of them) to your spouse’s capital for redistribution.
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Impact of remarriage after divorce
Our Family Law team brings decades of combined experience in handling complex post-divorce matters, particularly those involving remarriage and new relationships. Our expertise spans both contentious and non-contentious cases, from high-net-worth individuals with complex asset structures to cases involving sensitive children’s arrangements. We understand that entering into new relationships after…