Monthly Archives: January 2012
Child support – where next?
The government has recently attempted to bring in changes to the Child Support System whereby parents would have to pay a fee to use the services of the Child Support Agency (CSA) to recover maintenance outstanding for children. Until now, … Continue reading
Lucky man – a much younger partner and a marriage abroad
You may have seen recently that Bryan Ferry has married for the second time – to a much younger lady some 36 years his junior. Lucky man, you may say? However, whilst Mr Ferry has a history of successful relationships … Continue reading
Posted in Insight & opinion, Private Client
Tagged Annulled marriage, Getting married abroad, Shelley Hesford
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Plan now to save up to 40% more of death benefits
If you have death in service benefits through your employment or death benefits through your pension, you will probably have completed a nomination form to direct the money to your spouse or partner. These funds will be paid directly to … Continue reading
Posted in Insight & opinion, Private Client
Tagged Death benefits, Helen Kelly, Spousal bypass trust
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Help is at hand for January break ups – mend it or end it?
It’s well known fact that the second Monday after Christmas is usually the busiest day of the year for divorce solicitors as they are contacted for new appointments. The reasons for break-ups are varied and not just because of personal … Continue reading
Joining a Partnership? Take care when agreeing how assets are to be valued
It is essential to agree how the capital assets of a partnership, particularly freehold property, are to be valued in the event of a partner leaving or dying. This need has been emphasised by the Court of Appeal decision in … Continue reading
Posted in Insight & opinion, Litigation, Professional Practices
Tagged Partnerships, Peter Moore, Valuations
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