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Are nuptial agreements a good idea for a Christmas engagement?
Family law
Insights
The festive season offers a beautiful backdrop for a romantic engagement. However, for business owners and those with significant assets, it may be wise to consider the inclusion of a pre or post-nuptial agreement before proposing.
Written by
Chris Longbottom
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Major changes in family law mean separating couples need more support
News
Developed by our family team, our new ‘Parting Ways’ digital toolbox is aimed at those whose marriage, civil partnership or co-habiting relationship has broken down irreparably.
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Success of Jennifer Lopez divorce will depend on legal preparations
News
Family law
As news outlets continue to cover Jennifer Lopez’s high-profile divorce from Ben Affleck, a specialist lawyer says the success of the upcoming process will all depend on the legal preparations put in place by the couple’s legal team before or during the marriage.
Written by
Chris Longbottom
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Clarke Willmott holds webinar on controlling and coercive behaviour
Family law
Insights
Clarke Willmott has held a webinar delving into the offence of coercive and controlling behaviour and looking at what legal professionals can do to help clients who fall victim.
Written by
Rayner Grice
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Dividing your home contents and personal belongings
Family law
Insights
The division of the contents of the former matrimonial home and personal belongings is often an added complication in what is already a stressful and emotional experience.
Written by
Chris Longbottom
and
Emily Finn
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Changing an expert witness – Where is the line drawn?
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The main role of an expert witness is to provide the court with an impartial opinion. The expert witnesses’ prime duty is unequivocally to the court -regardless of which party instructed the expert or who is paying for the services.
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Court of Protection and coronavirus: how we can work together to support our clients
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This update has been prepared as a summary of some of the key pieces of guidance and changes to legislation as at 3 April 2020 that will affect community care and welfare Court of Protection (COP) practice.
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