On October 1, 2020, the Children (Scotland) Act 2020 was formally approved by the royal assent. The majority of the Act’s substantive provisions, which will significantly alter many areas of child law, are not yet in effect, and there is no set schedule for their implementation—aside from a few measures that went into effect right…
The Marriage and Civil Partnership (Minimum Age) Act 2022, which went into force in England and Wales, has been the main topic of recent legal news. Before, the law said that anyone in England and Wales who was 16 or 17 years old might be married as long as their parents approved. The 2022 Act…
Fatherhood is filled with ups and downs, but when your child identifies as LGBTQ+, there can be additional challenges—especially when it comes to navigating legal issues in Scotland. This blog will delve into how fathers can support their LGBTQ+ children from a legal standpoint, the role solicitors play, and the importance of understanding family law…
Making decisions regarding their children’s care arrangements can be challenging after parents have separated. When one parent is eager to leave the neighbourhood of the previous family home, good intentions to concentrate on co-parenting or “parenting apart” and what is best for the kids may wane. What should you do if the other parent refuses…
Compulsory v voluntary mediation There exist multiple contentions on the inappropriateness of imposing compelled mediation. One argument against it is that the concepts are contradictory. The main worry is that making mediation attendance mandatory goes against the cooperative spirit that is the foundation of any other kind of alternative dispute resolution. Most people agree that…
“How do I appoint a legal guardian for my children and what do they do?” was the question posed in the first blog post of the “Children’s Guardians” series. The second blog post in this series addresses important factors to take into account while trying to name a guardian in your will and living in…
One of the most difficult and incapacitating situations that clients might encounter is the breakdown of families, often addressed within the realm of family law. It is impossible to overstate the possible effects on the couple’s emotional and physical health, as well as their financial situation and maybe the well-being of their kids, particularly children…
Divorce – Family Law Scotland It is a prevalent misconception that divorcing couples are obligated to partition the property they have acquired during their marriage equally. They do not. You can locate the law in section 9 (1) (a) of the Family Law (Scotland) Act 1985. The property must be distributed “equitably” among them. However,…
Scotland’s legal system is characterized by a deep-seated dedication to safeguarding the well-being and optimal outcomes of children, particularly in the context of family law and custody disputes. This dedication influences the definition and standards by which an “unfit father” is deemed to violate the law. The term in question possesses considerable significance and ramifications,…
Adoption is more than a legal process—it’s a heartfelt commitment to expand your family and provide a loving, stable home for a child. In Scotland, the legal framework ensures that all parties involved are supported and protected throughout this transformative journey. Here’s a deep dive into the critical legal aspects, seasoned with advice directly from…