Throughout our careers, we have seen, read about and helped people and couples adopt children, but have rarely heard a story about a sibling group adoption. Although rare, there have been instances where siblings are placed together, where the adoptive family keep brothers and sisters together and adopts them both, or a whole group to…
However, it can be heartbreaking for separated parents and their children. Here are some things that can help Contact arrangements can be the cause of a lot of conflicts and upset during the Christmas period. One of the questions that our solicitors are most often asked is how children should split their time between parents….
The definition of a “family” is forever evolving. Society has long moved on from the idea that a family involves a married couple and their biological children. However, although a 21st-century family can take various shapes, parental rights and responsibilities only lie with those legally entitled to them. If an individual wishes to formalise their…
Making sure the turkey is exactly golden brown and that there are enough pigs in blankets for everyone to eat is for some people the most stressful aspect of the festive season. However, for separated families, trying to make the required preparations as to where their kids will spend the holidays and Christmas can be…
Working parents can often have a difficult time managing hectic schedules and striking the balance between work and family. This is particularly true for separated parents. This can include picking children up, and dropping them off at nursery and school. There are also extracurricular activities such as going swimming, being a member of Brownies,…
Sibling disputes and disagreements are relatively common, but when they affect how their parent is being cared for, there may be huge consequences. This is particularly challenging if the parent has lost ability and decisions need to be made on daily issues, long-term care and medical plans, and lodging needs. Who makes the decision if…
Despite the introduction of our new Prime Minister and the announcement of support for skyrocketing energy prices, many people will surely still be worried about rising interest rates, inflation, fuel and food prices, and how these issues will be handled in the months ahead. When a couple decides to end their relationship, most of them…
National Adoption Week 2022 begins on Monday, October 17, 2022, with the goal of educating and informing people about the process of modern adoption today, with a rounded, honest, and inclusive portrayal of the journey – showcasing the highs and lows and championing all the voices involved in the process that are often less heard….
This article examines the methods of enforcement creditors in Scotland have at their disposal to collect amounts owed by a debtor. Here we will discuss the details regarding Scotland’s Earnings Arrestment system and how this is approached slightly differently than in England. An earnings arrestment is a form of diligence used under Scottish Law by…
When the court makes a decision about child contact, the best interests of the child(ren) take precedence. However, it is vital to highlight that there is no standardised strategy to contact arrangements. Each child and family is unique, and when developing a contact agreement, parents can be creative and flexible in terms of how contact…
