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June 13 / Family

5 Top tips on domestic abuse and what can be done

Personal safety is a huge issue within the UK. Domestic abuse can take many forms including violence, verbal abuse and controlling behaviour

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March 13 / Family

Pensions and Divorce

When a divorcing couple come to sort out their finances the question of what to do with pensions is often overlooked, avoided, or simply swept under the carpet because it is too complicated

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January 31 / Family

What is the role of a Guardian in children proceedings?

Guardians are sometimes appointed by the Court where independent representation is needed for a child

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January 29 / Family

3 Helpful Tips about Divorce

Divorce very often can cause a great deal of stress and worry. Clients are often afraid of the unknown and seek advice before deciding to go through the process. It is therefore important to know what is involved

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December 21 / Family

When can a Financial Consent Order be varied?

They thought it was all over, but it wasn’t…

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November 23 / Family

Let’s give a shout for mediation…!

Sir Andrew McFarlane, the President of the Family Division, recently delivered a speech in which he stressed the need for mediation in resolving family disputes. He said…

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July 19 / Family

Financial Settlements – How to prevent your ex coming back for more

Getting a divorce under English law is now relatively straightforward after the law was modernised and the requirement to show grounds for the breakup of the marriage removed

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April 24 / Family

The Law Commission review of matrimonial finance division

The Law Commission of England and Wales has launched a review of the laws which determine how finances are divided among couples after divorce or the dissolution of their Civil Partnership.

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February 23 / Family

Initial Advice Appointments

Here at Maxwell Hodge Solicitors, we offer an initial advice appointment of up to 1 hour face to face or via telephone

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February 2 / Family

Matrimonial Finances Disposing Assets following separation – A Stark Warning

The overriding rule in matrimonial finances is for the husband and the wife to give full and frank disclosure of their assets.

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