Why do I need to review or update my Will?
A Five Part Series to Reviewing & Updating your Will: Part 1 – Marriage. If I were to ask you to write a list of things you need to organise as part of your preparations to getting Married or forming a Civil Partnership, I can almost guarantee that reviewing your existing Will or organising a…
Nuptial Agreements
Nuptial agreements are entered into before or during a marriage or civil partnership and set out how a couple’s assets would be split in the event of a divorce or legal separation. Prenuptial agreements are entered into before the wedding or civil partnership, and there is clear guidance as to the desired time between the…
New Divorce Law
CHANGES TO DIVORCE LAWS IN ENGLAND AND WALES In April 2022, there will be changes to the divorce laws in England and Wales, with the introduction of a “no fault” system. Under current rules, where the parties have not been separated for up to 2 years, one spouse must allege adultery or unreasonable behaviour by…
Contact arrangements over the Christmas period
Christmas is a fantastic time for children. Parents need to pay attention that the fun and awe of Christmas is not ruined for their children and that arguments do not inadvertently cause damage to the kids. The festive season can be a very stressful time for parties who are separated or going through a divorce.…
Thinking of separating?
Separation is often an emotional and uncertain time for those involed, let us guide you through the process. We advise separating couples both on practical and legal aspects of their situation, either as spouses, civil partners or co-habitees, and regarding both their children and their finances. Contact us on 01795 533337 or email law@tassells-law.stackstaging.com
Changes to Divorce Laws
As from Autumn of 2021, the divorce laws will change and ‘no-fault divorce’ will be introduced. This would be the first change in divorce laws for nearly 50 years. The current position in England & Wales is that there is only one ground for divorce and that is that the marriage has broken down irretrievably…
‘No-fault’ divorce
‘No-fault’ divorce bill backed by MPs Keep up-to-date with all the latest Family Law developments with Tassells. If you would like more information, please contact us on 01795 533337 and speak to our Family Law department.
Working with you, working for you.
Following the lockdown and the accompanying restrictions, we have had to devise new ways to provide our services. Our clients have also had to adapt to the new normal of having meetings by Skype, Zoom and telephone. We understand that at a time when there is so much uncertainty and fear, knowing that your…
Child Arrangements in the era of COVID 19
In the current COVID 19 crisis, where the government has asked for all but essential workers to stay at home, some parents are worried about what to do about contact between children and non-resident parents. You may have obtained a Child Arrangements Order through the court, which had been working smoothly before the lock down,…
“WE GOT MARRIED IN A FEVER…”
Let us imagine that a couple decide to divorce, fairly amicably, because one of them wants to marry someone else. The couple agree a division of the assets in principle and deal with their divorce themselves on-line. A new marriage occurs, but unfortunately the agreement in principle about the assets does not hold up. What…