Despite the increase in couples opting to live together rather than marry, the law governing couples rights upon the breakdown of their relationship simply has not caught up with the times. It is complex and offers less protection to the “poorer” partner.
In terms of property, the name on the title deeds determines the owner. The other party can make a claim but will need to provide documentary evidence of contribution to the property.
Complicated trust law can also apply in these cases, but again, evidence of contribution or reliance is essential.
The concept of claiming maintenance upon separation from your partner does not exist, and a lump sum payment can only be claimed on behalf of any child. Pension claims cannot be made.
Property and money can be sought for children during their minority, but any property provided has to revert to the paying partner upon the child reaching 18 or leaving full-time education.
The law is complex, so we would advise you to seek advice about your rights at the earliest opportunity.
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You have to be married for at least one year before divorce can be commenced.
No. You are able to divorce in the UK as long as you or your spouse have been resident here for at least one year before starting your case, or you and your spouse are domiciled in the UK.
No. The same procedure has to be followed before divorce is finalised. See Our Flowchart.
– A divorce petition
– Original Marriage Certificate, with translation if appropriate
– A fee
An ‘agreed divorce’ takes about 5-6 months to finalise.
You are still able to divorce by showing the court that you have made attempts to locate them. The facts of 2 years’ separation with consent or adultery should not be relied upon in this instance.
Marriage is a sacred and significant institution in every society. It plays a central role in the lives of individuals worldwide. In the United Kingdom,
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