Family Law Tag

TOLATA : Property Rights for Unmarried Couples

Couples who are not married have fewer rights than married couples when they separate. This can cause problems if they have shared a property.   Do I have a claim on the home if we have lived together for over 2 years?   In some cases, an individual may be able to make a claim under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996, also known as ToLATA. The Act can establish the...

Children and Divorce : Impact of parental separation on your Children

PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT OF DIVORCE ON CHILDREN Any change in a child’s life can have an unsettling knock on effect and Divorce is no different to this. In some cases, divorce can cause psychological issues for children. We take a look at how parents can help children adjust. Divorce or separation affects children differently, with some more resilient and able to bounce back faster than others....