Inheritance Act Disputes
By Paul Currie, Head of Litigation There has been a 162% increase in the past 12 months in Inheritance Disputes in the High Court. These type of disputes may arise from issues with a Will, the fact no Will has…
Relocation, Relocation, Relocation
By Kelly Willmott - Family Law Solcitor Following a relationship breakdown, it is not uncommon to want a ‘fresh start.’ For some, this may involve moving to a new area, perhaps for a new work opportunity or to move closer…
The Family home on Divorce
By Kelly Willmott - Family Solicitor The family home on divorce. A divorce can be daunting and difficult, both emotionally and financially. There will be a number of things to consider with one of the biggest worries being the financial…
DFA welcome a new Partner
We are delighted to announce that Rachel Adams has today joined the firm as a Partner and Head of Family, taking over from Alan Kiddle. Rachel has been included in legal directories Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for a…
Alan Kiddle retires
After almost 40 years in practice, Head of Family and Partner Alan Kiddle retired on 30th June 2019. Previously a Partner at another well known law firm, Alan joined DFA in 2000 and was one only four Legal 500 highly…
Disagreements about school holidays?
By Kelly Willmott As the school summer holidays fast approach, it is likely that arrangements are being made for holidays and other plans with the children. In the case of separated parents, however, these plans may depend upon what can…
Pensions on Divorce
By Kelly Willmott Pensions on Divorce – Turning a Blind Eye? When a married couple separates, there will usually be assets and other financial matters that need to be resolved alongside the divorce. When looking at a financial settlement, any…
Domestic Abuse Bill
Draft Domestic Abuse Bill is Published. There is growing evidence that family court proceedings can be used by perpetrators of abuse to try and coerce or manipulate their former partner. Proceedings can provide an opportunity to use the children, or…
‘No fault’ divorce to become law
As you may have seen in the media very recently, 'No fault' divorce is set to become law. Last year we published a blog on the well publicised case of Owens v Owens; highlighting the need for divorce reform. Resolution,…
The World’s Richest Man is to Divorce – But are Pre-Nuptial agreements Only for the Rich?
By Kelly Willmott The media have recently gone into a frenzy as Jeff Bezos announced on Twitter that he is to divorce his Wife, Mackenzie, after 25 years of marriage. Whilst Bezos’ company Amazon was built up during the marriage,…