News and Insights from Across the Group

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Welcome, here is a collection of news and blog articles across the Group.

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Jul 13, 20202 min read

Family Law | Parental Alienation | Early Intervention

Emma Aslett | Penn Chambers | There is no definition of parental alienation, however, the Court is now beginning to recognise that this...

Jun 17, 20202 min read

Family Law | Cohabitation | Myths Debunked

When purchasing a property with a partner, the last thing on either party’s mind will be a separation. But what will happen then?

Jun 6, 20201 min read

Family Law | A Tax Change That May Affect Your Divorce

There have been some changes which came into effect from 06 April 2020, although it is not a surprise if many do not know about it as we...

Jun 6, 20202 min read

Family Law | What Are Prenups And Are They Only For The Famous?

We see in the news day in and day out these famous celebrity couples having their public spit about their divorce, slagging one another...

Jun 4, 20204 min read

Family Law | A New Limit To Schedule 1 Applications?

The recent case of DN v UD [2020] EWHC 627 (Fam) is the first reported case to which the Court extended its powers to ordered long-term...

Jun 3, 20202 min read

Family Law | A Grandparents Rights To See Their Grandchild

Emma Aslett | Many grandparents believe that they automatically have a “right” to see their grandchild(ren) when, in reality, this is not..

May 22, 20202 min read

Family Law | Prenups

The recent case of S v H [2020] EWFC B16 has been before His Honour Judge Booth, which involved both divorce proceedings and insolvency law.

May 19, 20202 min read

Family Law | Divorce | Financial Settlement – How Does It Work?

When your marriage breaks down, no doubt one of the first thoughts that goes through your head is how you will cope financially and how...

May 18, 20202 min read

Family Law | Family Court Remote Hearings Update

Sir Andrew McFarlane has provided a report in relation to the effectiveness of remote hearings during the Covid-19 pandemic...

May 17, 20203 min read

Family Law | Child Abduction During The Pandemic

There has been guidance regarding contact arrangements between a parent and their child – but what if you or the other parent have...

May 14, 20203 min read

Family Law | Children & The Family Courts – Types of Orders Available

You should seek legal advice before making an application to the Court to ensure that you are making the correct application and that...

Apr 3, 20201 min read

Family Law | Parental Alienation | What Should I Be Looking Out For?

Emma Aslett | Parental Alienation | Penn Chambers Solicitors | What is Parental alienation and what signs should I be looking out for?

Nov 10, 20152 min read

Family Law | Financial Settlements And Divorce

When a marriage has broken down one of the first thoughts is often around the finances. Interestingly, you do not need to agree on a financi