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Non-matrimonial assets – I owned the house before we met!

27th September 2017 BBL Family Law

Since the landmark decision of White v White 2001 the courts have looked towards an equal division of assets on divorce. There are many exceptions and reasons why this might not happen (particularly the length of the relationship and the needs of... Read more

Do I need divorce advice?

5th September 2017 BBL Family Law

Well we have a vested interest, so we think the answer is yes, but let’s take a look at the reasons why (and why not). Like it or not divorce has wide reaching legal implications for your children, and your finances. If you and your ex can... Read more

I’m worried mediation might not be for me…….

9th August 2017 BBL Family Law

In this article, Peter takes a look at some of the common worries people have about mediation. Mediation is not right for everyone, but there is no magic, perfect way of sorting things out. Not many people go through the court system and end up... Read more

New divorce petition and online divorce

26th July 2017 BBL Family Law

On 17 July we were notified that a new style of divorce petition is being introduced and should be used from 7 August. This is as usual a very short notice period for a fairly major change! Luckily there is a transitional period and old style... Read more

How to choose a divorce lawyer

3rd July 2017 BBL Family Law

How can you be sure that you are choosing the right person to give you advice when you separate? You might be going through tough times, and to make it worse, you have to deal with the unfamiliar world of lawyers and courts and dispute... Read more

Length of marriage – does this have an impact on a financial settlement?

22nd June 2017 BBL Family Law

Put simply, yes it can. There is however a little more to it! When a court is asked to determine how a couples assets should be split, it first takes account of what is written into law. The main statutory provision the court will consider is... Read more

Businesses on divorce

17th May 2017 BBL Family Law

How do the courts deal with family businesses on divorce? At bbl, we deal with many couples who have their own business, either companies or partnerships or sole traders. There can be issues about: Valuing the business (or the relevant share... Read more

Good Divorce Group Breakfast

11th April 2017 BBL Family Law

We at bbl family law are members of the Good Divorce Group, a team of experts committed to resolving family disputes and divorce in a positive and constructive way. We know this might sound contradictory if you are in the midst of a relationship... Read more

The wait for ‘no fault’ divorce reform continues…

30th March 2017 BBL Family Law

We wrote last year about proposed legislation intended to introduce a more readily available ‘no fault’ divorce option to divorcing couples in England & Wales. Last month however these plans were put on indefinite hold as the Government... Read more

Non-matrimonial assets on divorce

15th March 201715th March 2017 BBL Family Law

How does the court deal with money when you divorce? In particular, what happens to “non-matrimonial” assets? This can cover different things, for example: Did you own property before you got married? Did you own a business? Have you... Read more

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