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When someone dies, it’s never easy for the family left behind. While they need to deal with their emotions, there are also financial and legal
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No, the new no-fault system means that you do not have to be separated before you apply for a divorce. Couples can start the divorce process without having to end their marriage through separation. This allows you more flexibility to work out how you want to approach the next stages.
Yes, many couples remain in the same home for financial, childcare, or practical reasons. As long as you live separate lives within the household, you are considered separated. We help you document this clearly if needed for future financial discussions.
A separation agreement is a legally binding written contract which sets out how finances, property and childcare are handled while you are living apart. It can help to give certainty and avoid confusion during the separation period. It also commonly forms the basis for a financial order in the future. Contact us in London, Manchester or Birmingham to make updates quickly and securely with professional advice.
Legally you do not have to be separated at all under the new system. The minimum period of separation has been abolished so you can apply for divorce immediately. Separation is still important for practical purposes, but it’s not a legal requirement.
It may have an effect depending on how long you have been separated and how finances have been divided. Lengthy separations can change the perception of assets and contributions. We will consider your circumstances and make sure your position is protected.

When someone dies, it’s never easy for the family left behind. While they need to deal with their emotions, there are also financial and legal

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

One of the most anxiety-inducing repercussions of a split or divorce when you have children with your former partner is what happens when your ex-spouse
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