Key Takeaways An occupation order is a family court order under the Family Law Act 1996 that decides who can live in, or be kept

Key Takeaways A clean break order is a financial order, usually part of a consent order, that ends the financial ties between former spouses under

Key Takeaways Spousal maintenance is regular financial support paid by one ex-spouse or civil partner to the other after divorce, to help them meet their

Key Takeaways Pensions are treated as matrimonial assets in divorce and must be considered as part of any financial settlement, even if they are only

Key Takeaways A child arrangements solicitor advises and represents parents in disputes about where a child lives and how much time they spend with each

Key Takeaways A prohibited steps order (PSO) is a court order under the Children Act 1989. It prevents a parent or person with parental responsibility

Key Takeaways: A non-molestation order typically lasts between 6 and 12 months, though a judge can grant a longer period if the circumstances require it.

Key Takeaways: You can apply for a non-molestation order on an emergency basis without telling the other person in advance if there is an urgent

Key Takeaways A consent order typically takes 6 to 12 weeks to be approved by the court after it has been submitted. Both parties must

Key Takeaways A child arrangements order is a court order that sets out where a child will live, who they can spend time with and