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This application is seeking to outline the arrangements for the child’s care and residence under Section 8 of the Children Act 1989. The application aims to determine where the child shall live, how much time they will spend with the other parent, as well as establish specific arrangements for special occasions such as Christmas, birthdays, and school holidays. arrangements for Christmas, birthdays and school holidays can all be included.
In England or Wales, you can file for divorce if you’ve been married for over a year and your relationship has irretrievably broken down. The marriage must also be legally recognized in the UK, including same-sex marriages. You’ll need to decide whether to file a joint application with your spouse or apply alone, and the process typically takes at least 7 months to complete, regardless of whether you’re filing jointly or individually.
In this case, if the former partners have reached an agreement regarding their financial matters, it is crucial to formalize the agreement through a consent order and file it with the court before obtaining a decree absolute. A consent order will ensure that the agreement is legally binding and enforceable. Our team can also assist in drafting the necessary documents based on the memorandum of association from the mediator, providing a clear and comprehensive record of the agreed-upon financial arrangements.
This application is seeking to formalize an arrangement, where a close family member or friend has been caring for a child and wishes to obtain legal recognition as the child’s legal parent. Prior to making an application to the court, the applicant must notify the local authority of their intention to apply and allow them three months to prepare a report on the suitability of the arrangement.
A Specific Issues Order is a court order that sets out specific directions to resolve a particular issue in dispute related to a child, requiring a specific action to be taken. These applications are commonly used to address matters such as disputes over the child’s education, travel abroad, name change, or medical interventions. By issuing a Specific Issues Order, the court provides clear guidance on what actions must be taken, aiming to resolve the issue in dispute and promote the best interests of the child.
A Prohibited Steps Order is a court order that restricts or prohibits a parent from taking certain actions, such as removing a child from a country, school, or home town, or allowing a child to have contact with a specific person. This order is often made on an emergency basis to protect the child’s welfare and well-being by preventing potential harm or risk to them.
A Non-Molestation Order is a legal order that prohibits one party from harassing, pestering, or intimidating the other party and/or children. An Occupation Order, on the other hand, is a court order that deals with who has the right to occupy a property, and can be granted to prevent one party from living in the home due to their behaviour. In some cases, these applications can be made on an emergency basis without giving notice to the other party, providing a sense of urgency and protection for the person seeking the order.
The Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 (TOLATA) provides a framework for resolving disputes over property ownership, particularly in cases where a non-married cohabiting couple owns a property jointly. This act is often invoked when a dispute arises between unmarried partners who own a property together, but unlike married couples, unmarried couples do not have automatic rights to shared ownership or protection under family law, and instead must rely on TOLATA to resolve disputes over property ownership.
In the UK, the most common method for legally changing a name is through a Change of Name Deed, which is a document that serves as proof of the name change. This process allows individuals to modify, add, or remove names, including spelling corrections, and can be used as evidence of the new title. For minors under 16, parental responsibility holders must all agree in writing to the name change, or a court order is required if agreement cannot be reached.
