A common misconception is that the final order of divorce (formerly the decree absolute) automatically severs all financial ties between spouses. However, financial matters must be resolved separately with the agreement reached being recorded in a financial order. It is…
We are very pleased to welcome two new team members who have joined DFA Law this week. Grace Roe, solicitor Having undertaken a solicitor apprenticeship, Grace qualified as a solicitor in September 2026 and joins our Wills, Trusts and Estates…
A clean break order is a type of Financial Order which can be filed by divorcing couples. Following a marriage or civil partnership, a clean break order removes any financial ties between the two parties. This means they can permanently…
A prohibited steps order (PSO) is provided by the court. It prevents a parent or guardian from making certain decisions about a child’s upbringing or care. It works in the best interests of the child, typically on behalf of another…
Title absolute, or absolute title, is a common form of class granted by the HM Land Registry, which verifies that a parcel of land is unequivocally owned by the registered proprietor. While there are multiple different title deeds you may…
A Child Arrangements Order (CAO) outlines which guardian a child will live with, who they can spend time with, and how frequently. Typically, it allows someone to share parental responsibility over the child. It is a legal order which is…
Both annulments and divorces end a marriage contract, but whereas a divorce terminates a legally valid marriage, an annulment declares the marriage invalid. The terms of annulment and divorce are outlined in the Matrimonial Causes Act of 1973. Marriages can only be annulled if you…
Yes, you need a solicitor to manage the transfer of the mortgage from one lender to another. While you can apply to remortgage without a solicitor, the transfer process requires a legal expert. Remortgaging means switching your mortgage provider while…
When considering vulnerability, what immediately comes to mind is a person who lacks mental capacity to manage their own affairs, perhaps most commonly an elderly client. However there are many layers to what may make a person vulnerable, not just…
Child maintenance is a type of financial support available to parents who have separated. Here is everything you need to know about child maintenance in the UK. What is child maintenance? Child maintenance is a financial agreement that sets out…
