Many people in Scotland live together for years before they ever think about the legal side of things. Then something changes – the relationship breaks down, someone gets ill, or they start asking who actually owns what – and the lack of clear answers becomes the main issue. This article is worth reading because the…
When people first hear about divorce, the money side usually feels like the hardest part. In a collaborative divorce, finances are agreed by talking things through openly with both solicitors present, rather than letting things drift into a fight or a court case. What does collaborative family law mean in practice? In plain terms, collaborative family law…
If you’ve never been through separation before, the idea of sitting in a room with your ex and two lawyers can sound daunting. This is where collaborative law tends to surprise people. It’s quieter, more structured, and far more focused on problem-solving than most expect. This article walks you through what actually happens in those…
A cohabitation agreement is there to stop awkward assumptions later on. In practice, most people come to a solicitor because they want clarity about money, property, children, and what happens if the relationship ends, and that is usually where separate advice matters most. Do both partners need a family law solicitor? In short, yes, that…
Many couples in Scotland now choose to live together without getting married, but the legal rights of unmarried couples are often misunderstood. For most people, the biggest surprise is that cohabiting does come with some protection in law, but it is far from the same as being a married couple or in a civil partnership….
A cohabitation agreement in Scotland is a written contract for people who live together and want to set out what should happen if they separate, buy a home, or one partner dies. It is often worth reading because most people are not thinking about the legal side when they move in together, and that is…
In Scotland, the equivalent of the C100 form used in England and Wales is known as the “Form F9 – Application for an order relating to parental responsibilities and rights.” This form is used to initiate court proceedings concerning parental responsibilities and rights (PRRs) in Scotland, often involving a family court decision. Purpose of Form…
Thinking about divorce is rarely just about the legal process. Most people are worried about the children, the money, the house, and how much conflict is coming next. This article looks at collaborative law and mediation in Scotland in plain English, so you can get a feel for what each one is meant to do…
If you’re thinking about divorce or separation, one of the first questions people ask is whether they’ll have to go to court to sort everything out. The short answer is no – not always. Collaborative family law is a way to resolve things like child arrangements and finances without stepping into a family court, and…
In a recent High Court ruling, Mr. Justice Francis dismissed a claim for a £2.5 million divorce settlement that included a £26,000 annual meal allowance, telling a spouse to learn how to cook. The judge dismissed the husband’s allegation that he needed the meal allowance because he was unable to prepare even a basic meal,…