Divorce Archives - BWK Solicitors

18 10, 2021

If I am divorced or my Civil Partnership has been dissolved, can my former partner still make a financial claim against me?

Like many services during the recent pandemic, the Courts in England and Wales have joined others by moving their services online. The Courts have taken steps to move [READ MORE]

14 06, 2021

What is a ‘no fault’ divorce?

In June 2020, The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill gained Royal Assent. The new laws will allow parties to petition for divorce without ‘fault’ and will put an [READ MORE]

10 02, 2020

I cannot afford a solicitor for my divorce

We understand that lots of people choose not to instruct a solicitor on Family matters due to concerns about costs. At BWK Solicitors we offer initial meetings [READ MORE]

21 01, 2020

Divorce or relationship breakdown

It is difficult to know where to turn when faced with divorce or relationship breakdown. Dealing with the emotional turbulence the process entails, and having to think [READ MORE]

12 07, 2017

Can I re-open my financial settlement if my ex-husband/wife was dishonest?

Sadly, it is all too common for one party after a divorce to find out that their ex-spouse has not been completely honest about their financial position [READ MORE]

12 05, 2016

But I contributed more!

It is easy to understand that when a relationship comes to an end, the financial input of the other spouse may become a significant focus in the [READ MORE]

6 05, 2016

What do I do about joint property if I separate from my partner/spouse?

We regularly advise clients on the issue of joint property and how it is owned. This blog is intended to offer some guidance to joint property owners when [READ MORE]

5 05, 2016

Consent Orders

Many people are not aware that although concluding a divorce may formally end a marriage, it does not bring financial claims between spouses to an end. Often [READ MORE]