Domestic abuse: How do I know if I’m in an abusive relationship?
Domestic abuse is still widely misunderstood. For many people, abuse in a relationship is typified by physical abuse - punching, attacking, biting or kicking to name a few. But this is only part of…
Domestic abuse: Can I force my partner to leave our home?
When you’re in an abusive relationship it can be incredibly difficult to leave. If you have children it can be an even harder decision to make - leaving your home might feel almost impossible. So,…
Domestic abuse: Your finances and your future
When you’re leaving an abusive relationship, working out financial matters can be very difficult. Separation and divorce is always difficult financially. However, if you have been banned from…
Getting Legal Advice for Domestic Abuse
Getting legal advice for domestic abuse Domestic abuse is more common than you might think. Around 1 in 5 adults in the UK will experience domestic abuse in their lifetime, and with 88% of partner…
Cohabitation Rights & Agreements – Part 3 of 3 – Your Questions Answered
Welcome to the final part of our blog series, in which we have explored the complexities, myths and challenges of living together outside marriage or civil partnership. Remember, this is for…
Cohabitation Rights & Agreements – Part 2 of 3 – Understanding Property Ownership and Beneficial Interest
Understanding the significance of a cohabitation agreement requires some knowledge of the laws governing UK property ownership, which distinguishes between legal and beneficial ownership. Being…
Cohabitation Rights & Agreements – Part 1 of 3 – Why Cohabitation Agreements Are So Important
This blog series has been created to help navigate you through the legal complexities of living together outside marriage or civil partnership. Please bear in mind that this advice is intended for…
An Ultimate Guide To Cohabitation Rights & Agreements
Introduction To Cohabitation Rights And Debunking A Popular Myth In the UK, 22% of couples living together aren’t married or in a civil partnership, and they represent the fastest growing family…
Is there such a thing as a Pet-Nup?
With pet custody disputes on the rise, one of the questions we’re often asked is “Is there such a thing as a ‘pet-nup’? The answer is yes, a 'pet-nup' does exist, and it can be beneficial in some…
Who Keeps The Dog
One of the most common disagreements after relationship breakdowns concerns dog ownership. People have incredibly strong ties with their dogs, and often their ability to retain possession of the pet…
