Unmarried Couples

Practical tips from legal experts for unmarried couples / cohabitees on navigating cohabitation and separation.

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Children Law, Legal Agreements, Unmarried Couples

Arbitration in Family Law: Analysing the Court of Appeal’s Decision in Haley v Haley and Its Impact

The Court of Appeal decision in Haley v Haley [2020] EWCA Civ 1369 represents a significant shift in how challenges to financial remedy arbitration awards, under the Matrimonial Causes Act…

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Children Law, Divorce, Unmarried Couples

Arbitration: A Balanced Approach to Family Law Disputes

Arbitration has emerged as a preferred alternative to the traditional courtroom setting in resolving family law disputes. Offering a mix of privacy, efficiency, and control, this method allows parties to…

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Unmarried Couples

Cohabiting Couples in England: Debunking the Common-Law Marriage Myth

The topic of legal rights for cohabiting couples has once again surged into the limelight following remarks from Emily Thornberry, the Shadow Attorney General, during a recent Labour conference. As…

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Divorce, Legal Agreements, Unmarried Couples

What is a Nikkah Ceremony ?

Marriage is a sacred institution in Islam, symbolising unity, commitment, and partnership. Muslim Nikkah ceremonies are important for couples starting a life together. They mark the beginning of a journey…

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Unmarried Couples

Separation for unmarried couples and ToLATA Claims

Your legal rights as a partner vary depending on whether you and your partner are married or unmarried.

This is very significant in the event you separate from one another…

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Children Law, Unmarried Couples

The Role of the Child Guardian within private Children Act (1989) Proceedings

Family law proceedings are a complex and sensitive area of law that must be handled with care and sensitivity. A number of emotionally-charged issues can develop within a family with…

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