Dividing debt in divorce: what you need to know
When a couple gets divorced, there is often an amount of debt in either or both of their names that needs to be sorted out
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Resolving the children’s care arrangements are the most dramatic part of a separation or divorce and vary from case to case. If your relationship has broken down, we will work with you to achieve the best arrangements for your children.
Whether you are currently going through a divorce or separation, or if you have recently been separated, our team of child specialists will work with you to find an arrangement that serves your child’s needs best.
We will always aim to resolve family disputes and matters of child custody (now called “child arrangements”) away from the court. Such matters can sometimes take over one year to resolve, not to mention the costs involved. In most circumstances, we work in a way that children maintain a healthy and positive relationship with both parents. We recognise that the child can only be helped with both parents working together. We initially encourage parents to agree on matters through mediation or collaboration as this is the very best way forward in any child dispute.
In exceptional instances where the matter can only be resolved in court, we work with a field of experts to achieve an understanding that works in your child’s best interest. This process can take up to twelve months and can be sped up if both parents are willing to work together.
For more information, please get in touch with us by using info@shortlands.co.uk or call us 02076299905 or book an initial online consultation.
Shortlands is a boutique family law firm with over 20 years of experience in dealing with the trials and tribulations of a divorce and all family law matters. As a result, we have become the first choice of family law specialists in London.
Our professional and highly experienced team of family lawyers can assist you in your legal matters with full respect, ensuring you maintain a private family life. For more extensive advice and information, please email info@shortlands.co.uk or call us 02076299905 or book an initial online consultation.
We talk to each other and agree on a plan that works best for your children — one that keeps them happy, comfortable, and cared for. If you can’t agree, the court can step in and decide how much time the children spend with each parent, based on what’s best for them.
If you can’t agree on child issues, start by meeting with a lawyer to understand your rights and options. Then try mediation or collaboration — a neutral person helps you work out an agreement. If that doesn’t work, you can apply to the court. A judge will make a decision based on your children’s best interests.
If you live abroad, you may still apply for a child custody order in the UK if your child lives in England or Wales, or if the UK courts have jurisdiction. The exact process depends on your situation and the laws of the country where you reside. so it’s best to get legal advice.
The court’s primary focus is on the welfare and best interests of the child, including their safety, age, needs and wishes. It also considers each parent’s capacity to care for the child and foster a positive relationship. The aim is to make an arrangement that is in the best interests of the child’s welfare
In the UK, a child arrangement case usually takes 3 to 6 months if it’s straightforward, but it can take longer if there are disputes or complex issues.
The cost varies depending on the complexity of the case. At Shortlands, we aim to offer fixed fees for each stage of the child arrangement process, so you know what to expect.
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