When a child’s parents no longer live together they may need help deciding with whom the child will live or when they will spend time with each parent. If the parents cannot agree they may make an application to the Court. The Judge has to follow the law when making decisions about children, known as…
Domestic Abuse Protection Orders (DAPOs) were introduced under Part 3 of the Domestic Abuse Act 2021 and are the first order in England and Wales that can be made available across family, civil and criminal Courts. The order takes the strongest elements from the current jurisdictions and serves it up as a powerful tool, where…
In England and Wales, grandparents do not automatically have the right to see their grandchildren. If you are a parent whose name is on your child’s birth certificate you automatically have parental responsibility for your child and an automatic right to apply to the Court for any issues relating to your child. This means that…
We, at RJT solicitors appreciate how difficult it is if you or your partner reach the conclusion that the marriage is over. We conduct ourselves in a sensitive and professional manner in guiding you through the process. Some matters to consider are:- Parties need to be married for at least 12 months before starting the…
With the school summer holidays fast approaching many families are considering booking a trip abroad. However, there is much to think about in addition to simply the actual booking of the holiday. Establishing who has parental responsibility is key where parents have separated. Parental responsibility means all the rights, duties, powers, responsibilities and authority which…
Whilst pre-nuptial agreements, often referred to as a ‘prenup’, are popular amongst celebrities, they are not just designed for the rich and famous and are considered a good idea by more and more of the UK population. What is a prenuptial agreement? A prenuptial agreement is a written contract entered into by a couple before…