"Many people who become stepparents love their stepchild deeply and want to cement their relationship by formally adopting them. This is a substantial step, which differs from other arrangements such a..."
"When a couple gets divorced the division of matrimonial property and assets often causes disputes. It can be difficult for the spouse who feels they have contributed more financially to accept that th..."
"“What’s in a name? That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet”. These immortal words were spoken by Juliet because she was not allowed to associate with Romeo, a Montague..."
"Even in 2023, many people believe that for abuse to exist in a relationship, there must be physical harm. Nothing could be further from the truth. Domestic violence can include physical, emotional and..."
"Stonewalling in a relationship occurs when one person closes themself off from the other person, effectively erecting a metaphorical wall to block off communication. There are many reasons why stonewa..."
"Under the UK’s existing cohabitation laws, unmarried cohabiting couples do not have the same legal rights and protections as married or civil partners. This means that in the event of separation, coha..."
"As most conveyancers will attest to, since the COVID-19 pandemic and the Stamp Duty holiday in 2022, there has been a significant increase in pressure on property applications at the Land Registry. Th..."
"Like any normal relationship, running an enterprise with a business partner will inevitably have its ups and downs. Having started out in a blaze of excitement and optimism, business partnerships some..."