Resolution’s Specialist Accreditation
We are proud to announce that our Sandra Joe-Ejim is now a Resolution Accredited Specialist in Matrimonial financial remedy and Children matters. Members of The Resolution’s Specialist Accreditation Scheme demonstrate excellence in the practice of Family Law and in their specific areas of expertise. To achieve this accreditation Sandra has shown an outstanding level of…
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.…
Vaccination – when parents disagree
It cannot be denied that the COVID 19 pandemic has affected everyone. Some more than others. Lives and livelihoods have been impacted, mental and physical health, for some people, have nosedived, and life is no longer what it used to be. Luckily, there is light at the end of the tunnel: vaccine. The UK has…
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.
Get permission to take a child abroad
A few years back I took my son on a day trip to France. I have a different surname to him and his father and I separated some years back. When we arrived at the French port for the journey home we were stopped by Border Force. They asked my son if I was his…
Grandparents’ Right of Access
Many grandparents are unsure of what right of access they have to their grandchildren. Unfortunately, grandparents do not have automatic right of access to their grandchildren the same way a parent has access to their children. However, the court recognises the importance of the role of the grandparents in their grandchildren’s development and wellbeing. Therefore,…
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…