Signs of a toxic marriage
Every relationship has its ups and downs and its occasional flare-ups. Not everyone has to quit on their marriage because of these obstacles. However, if there are physical abuse, adultery, desertion or other major transgressions involved, they are an obvious indicator that the relationship is in trouble. Although, signs can be a lot more subtle […]
Hidden cost of divorce
42% of marriages now end in divorce across Wales and England and couples spend more than £44,000 on average on when they divorce or separate including lifestyle changes as well as legal fees. Achieving a fair decision of all financial issues surrounding a divorce or dissolution of a registered partnership is stressful. A study from […]
The rights of an unmarried father
In the UK, almost half of children are now born to unmarried parents which significantly increased in the recent years, escalating enquires regarding the rights of unmarried parents and most commonly about the rights of unmarried fathers. This article breaks down certain aspects about the right and responsibilities an unmarried fathers have and what procedures […]
How your employer can help you during your divorce
How your employer can help you during your divorce Dealing with divorce can be a stressful period for both parties even if you are on good terms to some extent. 42% of marriages in the UK end in divorce and 90% of the divorces happen to people of working age. Many people often avoid contacting […]
Michael Spoors Solicitors expands into Southampton
We are proud to announce that Michael Spoors Solicitors our expanding across Hampshire with the opening of a new office in Southampton. The move will give us the ability to act on behalf of many more clients in need of expert knowledge of family law to meet a successful outcome in highly emotional circumstances. “The […]
Top 10 tips for working with your family law solicitor
1. Start early When relationship breakdown it can be one of the most stressful times of your life. If you plan to take legal advice, then plan early so that you can focus on resolving issues. Be calm and focused and hopefully you can achieve a quicker successful resolution. 2. The children should always come […]
Billionaire Divorce
That well versed saying is true, “Money can’t buy you everything”. Even a billionaire can end up having a failed marriage ending in divorce. Most recently and notable of late is the fallen marriage of Bill and Melinda Gates. The Microsoft tycoon’s divorce is set to be one of the largest in history as the […]
What is a child arrangement order?
The biggest concern to everyone involved in a divorce or separation is the welfare of the children from the relationship. Sometimes when things cannot be worked out amicably the child’s welfare is decided through the courts. At this point a child arrangement order can come into effect. But what is a child arrangement order? A […]
The difference between pre and post nup agreements
Many of us have heard of a prenuptial agreement, often made popular by the rich and famous who have used pre nups for some astounding outcomes. Take Robert and Shiela Johnson for instance. Robert Johnson, America’s first African-American billionaire and co-founder of BET, settled a divorce with his wife of 30 years to the value of […]
‘No Fault Divorce’ is coming to the UK
In June 2020 Parliament passed the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 which is now an act of Parliament. It is expected that the new procedures and rules will come into force in the autumn of 2021. The new law will allow for ‘No fault divorce’, but what does this mean? In becoming law, no fault […]