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…
‘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,…
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,…
FAMILY LAWYER NEEDED
We are looking to recruit a qualified solicitor or legal executive to help us in our busy Family Law Department. Please send details to annastbury@tassells-law.stackstaging.com or write to us at our West Street address. All enquiries will of course be treated in strictest confidence. THIS POSITION HAS NOW BEEN FILLED.
Child 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.…
Spousal Maintenance for Life: does it still live on?
The Supreme Court’s decision in the long running case of Mills –v- Mills has now been made. The Supreme Court was asked to look into whether or not the court was entitled to decline an increase in Mrs Mills’ maintenance payments in respect of some or all of her rent when her housing needs had…
Cohabitation: what you need to be aware of
Cohabitation is the fastest growing family type in the United Kingdom. Since the late 90’s the number of cohabiting families has more than doubled. You would think that the law would be protecting these families in the same way as any married couple. That is not the case specially when the couple’s relationship breaks down…