Separation
When a couple separates, many issues arise: however, we can help you navigate these issues with empathy and understanding.
Our relationships team is made of knowledgeable and experienced separation lawyers to assist you through this difficult time in your life.
Separation legal advice
If parties are in a qualifying relationship (this includes de-facto relationships) and have not signed any properly executed agreements under the Property (Relationships) Act 1976 detailing the status and ownership of their assets, they will be governed by the rules set out in that Act, including equal division of relationship property.
There are also possibilities for the sharing of increases in separate property that have occurred during the relationship, along with perhaps adjustment or compensation where the living standards and income of one party is significantly higher than the other as the result of the way each party’s roles were divided during the relationship.
There may also be issues of spousal maintenance where one party cannot meet their reasonable needs and it is reasonable to expect the other party to contribute to the shortfall (and they are in a position to do so).
Children and separation
Where there are children involved there also may be issues around child care and contact. Additionally, child support payments may be required.
Parties to a relationship can reach their own agreements on a separation, but to be binding, these agreements must be completed through solicitors from different firms, one acting for each party.
Please get in touch with our team for advice and we will help you put an agreement in place.
Contact us today to discuss your situation and let our experts guide you toward a positive resolution.
