It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and for most of us, after a stressful 2022, it’s the season we’re looking forward to. It’s a time to see family and friends, swap presents and stories and enjoy each other’s company. Christmas holidays can be a time of mixed emotions, particularly for separated families. [...]
If you’re getting ready to go to court, it’s important your solicitor has access to all the documents and reports that can help your case. A recent Family Court case highlights the importance of current and accurate evidence. In the case of Basford and Basford, the couple, who had five children together, had split [...]
So, you and your spouse have decided to separate – what comes next? The first thing you should do is make a plan, even if the split is amicable. Here’s our “quick tips” on what to do if you have just separated. Start a diary. Take notes and keep everything that happens between the [...]
The Family Court has recently decided that a 14 year old boy 'spend time' with his father in accordance with the boy's wishes after initial time on 4 occasions over 4 months. Facts: Since birth, the father spent irregular time with the child, and for significant periods; no time. The family report writer described the [...]
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Kirstie Colls as Head of Family Law with Tarah Tosh at Michael Lynch Family Lawyers. Kirstie is passionate about her work and has made considerable contributions within the Family Law industry. Kirstie is an Accredited Family Law Specialist and a Nationally Accredited Mediator and has experience in all aspects [...]
Separation and divorce are already a taxing time, but when it comes to property settlement, don’t forget to include just that – tax considerations, but specifically capital gains tax. When negotiating a property settlement with your ex-partner, it is important to consider any potential Capital Gains Tax (CGT) concerns. CGT refers to the tax [...]
What is adult child maintenance? Need help with financial support for a child over 18 years? A child support assessment will usually end when a child turns 18. However, where the Child Support legislation stops, there is scope for the Family Law Act (FLA) to step in. Let's look at how that works… What [...]
If you’re separating from your partner, or getting a divorce, a property settlement will be part of the decision-making process. Who gets what can be a source of conflict. Here are some ways you can get to a property settlement. Non-legal arrangement If you can reach an agreement without taking any legal steps, you’re [...]
How much does the Court need to know about your new partner following a divorce and will their financial circumstances impact the property settlement with your ex? The short answer is generally, no. But you need to be clear as to what may be required. You won’t need to provide full disclosure of your [...]
