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Adopting a child
In order to legally adopt a child, you must apply for an adoption order. This transfers parental responsibility from one person to another. You can
How to get a Death Certificate?
A Death Certificate is a document which can be obtained after a death has been registered in the UK. A Death Certificate is a necessary
Why should you consider a professional executor for your Will?
One of the most important decisions when writing a will is deciding who to appoint as an executor. Therefore, it is important to choose someone
Is a House Owned Before Marriage Classified as Marital Property During a Divorce?
Introduction Getting divorced is never easy, but it isn’t just the emotional part that makes it so difficult. After many years of living together, most
What are Child Arrangement Orders?
Disputes may arise between people regarding aspects of a child’s welfare, especially in the events of a divorce or separation. These may range from matters
Pre-Nuptial Agreements: How are they relevant?
Pre-nuptial agreements At Ansham White Solicitors, we regularly prepare and advise our clients on the benefits and disadvantages of entering into a pre-nuptial agreement and
The Implementation of “No Fault Divorce”
The government announced on 7th June 2021 that the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 which was expected to come into force in Autumn 2021
Claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
What does the Act do? The Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 enables a select group of individuals to apply to the Court
Contesting a Will
What happens when a Will is contested? This is a particularly niche area of law and our solicitors are well equipped to discuss a
Contentious Probate
Contentious probate, in basic terms, is where there is a disagreement after someone has passed away about the distribution of their estate. The dispute could
Working Illegally – what are the consequences?
Where businesses are found to be in breach of their immigration duties, a civil penalty for illegal employment may be issued, the penalty can be
Does a ‘common law marriage’ exist?
Cohabitation is the fastest growing family type in the UK! Most people today shy away from the legal formalities of marriage and many shudder at
