Arbitration can be used to resolve financial disputes and disputes concerning children and offers an alternative route to Court proceedings which are often lengthy and expensive. The process is usually faster and offers greater flexibility and privacy. The Great British Bake Off’s Paul Hollywood and his estranged wife turned to arbitration to settle their financial…
Do you or someone you know need advice relating to a family issue? Whether it relates to your marriage, cohabitation, children or finances we are here to help. During the week of the 23rd September our Family Law team will be offering free advice sessions of up to 30 minutes. An appointment will be necessary…
Whilst many couples deal with the division of the equity in their house, bank accounts and contents when their relationship breaks down they often forget about the pension, or ignore it because they do not think they are entitled to it. It is important that you do not forget the pension as in many cases…
It can be awkward to discuss a pre-nup with the love of your life after you’ve made the decision to spend the rest of your lives together. There’s no easy way to broach the topic because whichever way you try and look at it, it may be perceived that you think your partner is after…
A litigant in person is someone who represents themselves within Court proceedings instead of instructing a solicitor or barrister. In recent times there has been an increase in litigants in person in Court proceedings, often led to believe that they must represent themselves because legal representation is unaffordable. A report entitled ‘Standing Alone: going…
The current grounds for divorce are set out in a piece of legislation passed in 1973. Back then divorce rates were much lower than they are now (currently 1 in 2 marriages end in divorce) and divorce was still very much taboo. Therefore, whilst the 1973 legislation allowed for divorce, the grounds were limited…
Need a more flexible solicitor? A solicitor that can accommodate you outside of 9-5, Monday – Friday? Our Luton office will be open on Saturday mornings from 10am-12pm for personal attendances or prearranged appointments so if you need to pop something in to us please feel free to come over. Our office is situated on…
Divorce laws in England and Wales are set for a major shake up under new Government plans to introduce ‘no fault’ divorce. This will allow couples to split up with less acrimony and opposition. Vaishali Faldu, a solicitor in Pictons’ family department says “it is anticipated that these proposals could help streamline the slow and…
Throughout January Pictons will be offering free matrimonial advice sessions for those who are looking for help with issues relating to marriage, divorce, finances, cohabitation and children. The sessions are by appointment only so please ring 01582 870880 and speak with Sarah to arrange a convenient time. All sessions are fully confidential and will take…
Siobhan Rooney, head of Family and Partner of Pictons Solicitors, sets out her 5 steps to take before divorce proceedings.