Financial Settlements in Divorce: Dividing Assets
Financial Settlements in Divorce: Dividing Assets Lara ShehadehFamily Paralegal Overview Divorce can be a challenging and emotional process, especially when it comes to dividing assets and financial settlements. Understanding the legal framework and the factors that courts consider can help you navigate this complex aspect of divorce more effectively. In this blog, we’ll explore how […]
How to Legally Change Your Name in the UK by Deed Poll
How to Legally Change Your Name in the UK by Deed Poll Polina KriulinaCommercial Paralegal Introduction In the UK, you can legally change your or your child’s name anytime by simply adopting and using a new name – no official registration needed. You need a deed poll or formal document to update your passport, license, […]
Understanding the Fundamentals of Contract Law
Understanding the Fundamentals of Contract Law Kan LawParalegal Introduction A contract is a legally binding agreement between parties that sets out terms governing their relationship, setting out the parties’ responsibilities and obligations. The next immediate question that comes to mind is likely to be: was the contract legally binding in the first place? What more […]
Changes to the UK Company Law
Changes to the UK Company Law Omar ElzayatInternational Associate Introduction The UK government is undertaking a comprehensive reform of the country’s company laws. As part of these changes, it aims to enhance transparency and fight economic crime. Central to these reforms, therefore, is a substantial increase in the fees charged by Companies House for various […]
What if my partner declines to acknowledge the divorce application I’ve submitted?
What if my partner declines to acknowledge the divorce application I’ve submitted? Lara ShihadehFamily Paralegal What if my partner declines to acknowledge the divorce application I’ve submitted? Divorce proceedings can be complex and emotionally challenging, especially when the other party fails to engage in the legal process by not returning the Acknowledgment of Service form. […]
A Guide To: Divorce Procedure
A Guide To: Divorce Procedure Olivia SheanonFamily and Employment Solicitor Background The divorce process in England and Wales changed significantly on 6 April 2022 with the introduction of ‘no-fault divorce‘. These changes also apply to the dissolution of civil partnerships. The law and procedure in this guide are for applications for divorce made on or […]
Common Problems in Contracts and How You Can Avoid Them
Common Problems in Contracts and How You Can Avoid Them “Welcome to XTREME ADVENTURE PARK – a place where your inner child can come out and play! Please note that you must sign the disclaimer before being permitted to enter the park… Have fun!” Helmet and harness on, your customer is ready to take on […]
I’m Starting a Business… Do I Need a Contract?
I Am Starting a Business… Do I Need a Contract? An entrepreneur’s guide to understanding contracts Starting a business can be an exhilarating and marvellous milestone in life. Typically, entrepreneurs are usually occupied with ensuring their idea, service, or product is ripe and ready for picking (metaphorically of course – unless you’re starting a fruit […]
What Is A Part 36 Offer?
What Is A Part 36 Offer? Introduction A Part 36 Offer sets out a written settlement proposal and gives the other party at least 21 days to accept it. If they don’t accept within that period and later fail to achieve a better outcome, they face costs and other consequences. If a claimant fails to […]
EU Transition Trade Marks Registration
EU Transition Trade Marks Registration Article by Ahmed Elsaghir Trade Marks and BREXIT Trade marks are signs which are used in connection with a product or services to distinguish it from other similar products or services. In many countries, registration creates a rebuttable presumption about the proof of ownership of the mark. In general, registration […]
