WSP launches new Family Law service in the Forest of Dean
WSP has launched a new Family Law service in the Forest of Dean, making it easier for local people to access specialist legal advice, including Legal Aid support for those...
How trusts affect financial settlements in divorce
During a divorce, declaring your assets is crucial to reach a fair financial settlement with your spouse. One asset that can complicate matters is an interest in a trust. Whether...
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Following the budget announcement today Robert Selwood Board Director | Joint Head of Private Client gives their perspectives on what this means for families and individuals. “The impact of the...
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Separation can feel overwhelming, but court isn’t the only option. Lydia Hackett, a Trainee Solicitor in WSP’s Family Department, shares practical ways to avoid the family courts. Resolution together, focuses...
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Navigating the complexities of family law can be challenging, especially when it comes to resolving disputes about children. Section 8 of the Children Act 1989, provides a legal framework to...
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The Family Court is overwhelmed by financial and children applications. The Family Court recognises that court applications are expensive, time-consuming and there needs to be a cultural shift to move...
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The Court’s main consideration in cating in the child’s best interests in Family court proceedings is the welfare of the child which is provided for by the ‘Welfare Checklist’. Adele Benjamin,...
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