Archive for May 2026
Pensions and Your Estate
For many years, pensions have been viewed as one of the most tax-efficient ways to pass wealth to the next generation. Under the current rules, your pension passes outside of your estate for inheritance tax purposes. That means that, regardless of how much your pension is worth, it would not normally be taken into account
Read MoreUnderstanding Child Arrangements Orders
A Guide for Families When parents separate, one of the most important questions to resolve is how arrangements will work for their children. This can include where a child will live, how much time they will spend with each parent, and how key decisions will be made. A Child Arrangements Order is a legal order
Read MoreHidden/Undisclosed Assets in Financial Remedy Proceedings
When going through financial remedy proceedings during a divorce, one of the most complex and sensitive issues can be the possibility that a spouse is not being fully transparent about their finances. The legal process relies heavily on honesty and openness. When assets are concealed, it can undermine fairness and lead to an outcome that
Read MoreWho Gets the House in a Divorce?
When couples are contemplating divorce proceedings, one of the most common questions is who, if anyone, will be able to keep the family home. This is often one of the most valuable assets of the marriage. Where children are involved, it is frequently assumed that the primary carer will be entitled to remain in the
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