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No Fault Divorce and Dissolution of Civil Partnerships

Donna Leigh
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The law up to now Until now, the only ground for divorce or dissolution of a civil partnership was ‘irretrievable breakdown’. In relation to divorce, the petitioner was required evidence this irretrievable breakdown by proving one of 5 facts, as...

No-fault Divorce One Step Closer

Donna Leigh
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Back in 2016, Pamela Donnellan examined the prospect of a 'no-fault' divorce option being introduced into England and Wales. That prospect now looks like becoming a reality soon, though not soon enough for many. Especially for those...

Resolving Financial Matters After A Relationship Breakdown

Pamela Donnellan
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For reasons of public policy, the court encourages people to settle their matrimonial disputes amicably. It is therefore possible to submit an agreed consent order to the court for approval without needing to attend. However, the court will not simply rubber...

Divorce: The Law Currently

Pamela Donnellan
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A divorce cannot be issued until the parties have been married for one year. The spouse who commences the proceedings is known as the Petitioner as they “petition” the Judge for a divorce. The spouse who receives the Divorce Petition from...

The Arrangements For Children After A Relationship Breakdown

Pamela Donnellan
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The breakdown of a relationship can be an emotional and stressful experience, not only for the adults involved but also for the children.  Issues such as with whom and where the children are to live and how often the children should see the other parent...

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