Sponsored article by Jones Myers Family Law. In the countdown to the festive season, concerns over finances can understandably escalate – especially for those divorcing and separating who have children but do not have their own income streams. The aim of this
The coronavirus pandemic looks set to have a major impact on family finances in the long and short term with predictions that up to one million people could lose their jobs. Mounting concerns of divorced and estranged parents include sustaining child maintenance
Child maintenance is a key issue for many parents who are getting divorced or separating, as it relates to financial support towards a child’s everyday living costs, after two parents have separated. Understandably this is a key concern for parents who are getting divorced or
According to research from parenting charity Gingerbread, the total amount of unpaid Child Maintenance stands at nearly £4 billion. Organising Child Maintenance following a divorce or separation can seem like a daunting task. But with the right information at hand, you’ll feel
A new study from financial advisors PayPlan has revealed a surprising number of single parents in the UK are not receiving Child Maintenance despite being eligible for it. The study revealed over a fifth of single parents (21.4%) are not receiving any child
When a couple split up they are likely to have a tough and emotional time whilst coming to terms with the fact that their relationship is over. For couples with children, this period is destined to be even more challenging, as they
If a parent fails to pay child maintenance he can be sanctioned (punished) by the Court in many ways and those are often sanctions with far reaching consequences. On the making by the Magistrates Court of a liability order for the sum
Whatever stage of the divorce process you are at, one thing remains the same: as a parent your children always come first. So it is very important to familiarise yourself with how you can help support them emotionally, but also financially. Here
Sponsored post by Fair Result. This blog serves as a practical and informative guide to spousal maintenance in divorce settlements. It clarifies what spousal maintenance is, who may be eligible, how payments are determined, and key considerations when negotiating or contesting maintenance. Keep
Understanding your entitlement to spousal maintenance following a separation is a significant concern for many. This form of financial support, distinct from child maintenance, is available only to those who were married and aims to provide financial assistance from one spouse to
For many co-parents, one of the most challenging aspects of separated parenting is when one parent does not choose to spend as much time with their child as the other parent thinks they ought to. In some cases, a parent may not
These days, most parents have a very good chance of living until their children reach the age of 18 (and, indeed, well beyond). Sadly, however, there are never any guarantees. This means that all parents need to think about what will happen
