A bill, which if passed, would enable opposite sex couples to enter a civil partnership, will proceed to the House of Lords after passing its second reading. Since 2004 only same-sex couples in the United Kingdom could be in a civil partnership
In the wake of a Supreme Court ruling in June, heterosexual couples will now be given the chance to form civil partnerships. The new legislation, which follows the tireless campaign efforts of Rebecca Steinfeld and Charles Keidan, aims to address a deep-rooted
The Isle of Man has become the only place in the British Isles to allow heterosexual couples to enter into civil partnerships. However, the situation is not entirely a straightforward one, with the UK saying that it will refuse to recognise civil
Civil partnerships were first introduced in the Civil Partnership Act 2004 as a way for same sex couples to have their relationships legally recognised. Since 2019 couples irrespective of sex have been able enter into a civil partnership. There are no real differences when
Head of Family at Kuits, Katie McCann, comments on the recent news that a heterosexual couple have lost their Court of Appeal battle to enter into a civil partnership. This week, Rebecca Steinfeld and Charles Keidan lost their battle to legalise civil
Marriage became legal for same-sex couples in March 2014, but civil partnerships, generally seen as a substitute for marriage, remained an option as well. Recent figures from the Office for National Statistics have shown exactly what the effect of same-sex marriage has
The end of a relationship is never easy, but for LGBTQ+ couples, navigating the legal and emotional aspects of separation can come with distinct challenges. For LGBTQ+ families knowing your rights is vital – particularly if your family has been formed through
Divorce is a significant life event that can have profound emotional, financial, and legal implications for anyone. Unfortunately, for LGBTQ+ individuals, the journey can be further complicated by societal prejudices, lack of understanding, and specific legal nuances. While the legalisation of same-sex
Going through a divorce is undoubtedly a challenging time, and it’s crucial to understand that completing the legal process is just one aspect. Sorting out finances is equally important but often overlooked. In this guide, we’ll address common reasons why people delay
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
Sadly, we work with many clients who, along with their children, are victims of domestic abuse. Some flee the spousal home with little more than the clothes they stand up in while others stay and suffer in silence – because they fear
While it may be tempting to think that no-fault divorce makes lawyers unnecessary to the process, this is far from the case. Taking advice from a solicitor, even if it’s only a single appointment early in the process, can ensure any application