What is Transfer of Equity?
A Transfer of Equity refers to the process by which one or more people are added or removed from ownership of a property and one of the original owners remains on the legal title after the Transfer of Equity is completed. Below we examine the meaning of ‘equity’, the circumstances in which you might want […]
What is Ancillary Relief?
Getting a divorce or dissolving a civil partnership can be an extremely difficult time for all parties involved, not least sorting out the financial aspects of your separation. Any financial arrangements will need to be approved, if not resolved, by the courts though the process of ‘ancillary relief’. This basic guide to ancillary relief provides […]
Applying for an Occupation Order
If you are a victim of domestic violence, you may be able to apply to the court for an injunction restricting or preventing access to your family home for the person who abused you. This type of injunction is called an occupation order. Under the Family Law Act 1996, occupation orders are granted by the […]
What are Letters of Administration?
To enable you to handle the financial affairs of a close relative following their death, you may need to apply for Letters of Administration. The Grant of Representation: Probate or Letters of Administration? A ‘Grant of Representation’ is the official document proving your legal entitlement to deal with the estate of someone who has died. […]
Commercial Dispute Resolution Options for Businesses
Commercial disputes are one of the main risks facing any business. They have the potential to be time consuming, stressful and extremely costly. Commercial dispute resolution is an area of law that attempts to help parties resolve commercial disputes that have arisen. If a dispute arises between yourself and a third party such as a […]
How to Adopt a Baby
If you are considering adoption in the UK, this guide provides an overview of how to adopt a baby, including the eligibility requirements you will need to meet and the process to follow. What is adoption? Adoption is the legal process by which a child becomes a full and permanent member of their new adoptive […]
What is a Parental Responsibility Order?
Understanding what parental responsibility means and how to obtain a Parental Responsibility Order can be the first step in ensuring you have a say in important decisions about your child’s upbringing. What is parental responsibility? Parental responsibility is defined by section 3(1) of the Children Act 1989 as “all the rights, duties, powers, responsibilities and […]