by Chris Milne | May 4, 2018 | Articles & News, Chris Milne, Uncategorized
The document known by many as the ‘Petition’ has been re-named ‘Divorce Application’ and the contents overhauled in an effort to make the application process more user-friendly for litigants in person – invariably those who cannot afford to instruct a solicitor to...
by Chris Milne | Feb 15, 2018 | Articles & News, Chris Milne, Uncategorized
Going to see a family solicitor about a relationship breakdown can seem to some to be a very serious step. On the one hand, you may feel that you need to know ‘where I stand’, and on the other, you may worry about taking advice too early or too late in the day. There...
by Chris Milne | Jan 5, 2018 | Articles & News, Chris Milne, Uncategorized
It is a sad fact of every divorce lawyer’s job to expect a flurry of enquiries and appointments each year after the festive period. This is not a time for lawyers to ‘cash in’ on other’s misfortune. A good family lawyer will know that the breakdown of a relationship...
by Chris Milne | Dec 14, 2017 | Articles & News, Chris Milne, Uncategorized
The law treats those who are unmarried very differently on separation to those who are married. Unmarried individuals can be disadvantaged. Married couples are granted greater protection, because there is an obligation to split matrimonial assets in accordance with...
by Chris Milne | Dec 14, 2017 | Articles & News, Chris Milne, Uncategorized
A divorce can be amicable and can run smoothly if handled with a measure of understanding and an insightful and thorough approach during what can be a difficult time, and in sensitive circumstances. Here is some basic guidance on things to do: Engage in mediation...
