Posts In Category "Family law and divorce"
Understanding Parental Responsibility
What is parental responsibility? All mothers and most fathers have rights and responsibilities as a parent. This is a legal principle known as parental responsibility that allows a parent to share in making important life decisions for the child. This also includes the responsibility to provide a home for the child. Who has parental […]
Starting Your Marriage on the Right Foot: Why a Pre-nuptial Agreement is a Smart Decision
You are probably most familiar with Pre-nuptial Agreements (Pre-nups), most commonly used by our American friends across the pond. However, they have been scrutinised by the courts in England and Wales for many years. Firstly, let’s consider what a Pre-nuptial Agreement is. Simply put, it’s a legal document that outlines how a couple’s assets and […]
The Legal Age to Marry has Changed
As of 27th February 2023, the minimum legal age to marry has increased to 18 in England and Wales. Prior to The Marriage and Civil Partnership (Minimum Age) Act 2022 coming into force, those aged 16 and 17 were able to legally marry with parental or judicial consent. This meant people who were not even […]
Divorce & Dissolution: Obtaining a divorce is easier than ever before
“Sticks and stones may break my bones but words can never hurt me!” How many of us were told this when we were children but we were all too aware that it was totally untrue. Words do hurt us emotionally and psychologically. We are responsible for the words we use and the effect this will […]
A lovely review for Veronica
“From the moment Veronica Beard first provided my legal advice I found that the stresses of my divorce proceedings instantly dissipated. She was entirely professional and supportive throughout, providing excellent, timely advice. Veronica kept me fully aware of procedures and regularly updated me about obvious ongoing costings, but at no point made it feel like […]
A great review for Veronica
“5 star service from Veronica Beard at Bradley Haynes Law. She came highly recommended to me and has not disappointed. From the outset she came across as professional, compassionate, empathetic, and understood my situation completely. I would highly recommend using Veronica and Bradley Haynes Law to anyone.” Keep up to date with Bradley Haynes Law […]
A lovely review for Veronica
“I greatly appreciate the care and consideration that has been shown to me from Bradley Haynes as I have navigated the trauma of divorce. There were almost reflex responses to my correspondence and at no point did I feel unaccompanied through this difficult year. I would like to personally thank Veronica Beard for her guidance, […]
Amending a Child Arrangements Order
Life hands us many changes over time. Those of us who have children know that life is constantly changing with them as they grow. If you have an order in place governing how and when your child should spend time with the other parent, you might need to consider what steps you should take if […]
Our Shortlisted Candidates for the Worcestershire Law Society Awards 2022
A massive congratulations to Charlette, Holly, Neil, Robert, and Veronica who have been shortlisted for the Worcestershire Law Society Awards 2022. 👏 Charlette McDermott, Paralegal in our Corporate & Commercial Team, has been shortlisted for the Paralegal of the Year award, Holly Brewster, Director and Head of Commercial Services, has been shortlisted for the […]
The No Fault Based Divorce – What Will it Look Like? By Veronica Beard
Contemplating Divorce? You’ll want to know about the MASSIVE reform happening on the 6th of April. Check out this Blog post from our Head of Family Law, Veronica Beard. On the 6th of April this year, we will see the biggest reform in divorce law for 50 years. It will transform the way divorce proceedings […]