Ultimate guide to 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…

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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…

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Cohabitation Rights & Agreements – Part 2 of 3 – Understanding Property Ownership and Beneficial Interest

This is the second instalment of our blog series, aimed at guiding you through the legal intricacies of cohabitation. It's important to note the information provided here is for general educational…

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Cohabitation Rights & Agreements – Part 1 of 3 – Why Cohabitaåtion 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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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The Ultimate Guide To Pet Custody: All Your Questions Answered

Introduction We understand the question of pet ownership can be both confusing and emotionally challenging - they are, after all, part of your family. We have therefore created this guide to help you…

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Child Maintenance FAQs

“My partner and I recently broke up and we have children together. Where do I start with organising child maintenance?” Navigating the UK's child maintenance system can seem overwhelming, but here's…

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How Child Maintenance is Calculated – 3 Steps

Understanding how child maintenance is determined is a frequent query at Blanchards, with significant implications for both parents’ finances. Navigating the complexities of CMS (Child Maintenance…

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