Trying to recover from a relationship breakdown is one of the most difficult of life’s experiences. Managing the grieving process, worrying about what the future holds, deciding whether to organise counselling, just getting out of bed each day to face the world, is enough to make you want to become a hermit. Life just becomes […]
What are My Options for a Divorce Property Settlement?
You’ve decided to separate and divide your property, so what are your options: Option 1 is to bring out the big guns, start the war, retain a lawyer each, and make an application to the court. The result is that it will probably take a couple of years to reach a final settlement, there will […]
January is “Divorce Month”
Statistics indicate that many unhappy couples decide to untie the knot during the months of January and February. Why is this so? Many reasons have been put forward, but I agree with the suggestion that a new year heralds new beginnings, and resolutions are then made to leave an unhappy/unworkable relationship and move on. Christmas […]
Taking the Pain Out of a Divorce Property Settlement
OR….How to Divorce your Spouse, and not your Assets You have separated and feeling distressed, angry, worried about the future, lost, confused, and don’t know what to do, or who to turn to. You are receiving lots of information and advice about a property settlement from well-meaning friends and relatives…..but are they right? In […]
Pre Nuptial Agreements – It Started with the Movie Stars
Once upon a time Pre-Nuptial Agreements were the exclusive choice of millionaire celebrities and rich movie stars, but now smart couples are entering into Cohabitation Agreements as an important part in planning their future. Far from showing a lack of trust in a partner, these Agreements can prevent stress and legal costs in the event […]