Marriage is often considered a union of love, trust, and commitment, but it’s also a legal contract with significant financial implications. In the United Kingdom, as in many other parts of the world, couples are increasingly turning to prenuptial agreements to protect
Prenuptial agreements, often referred to as ‘prenups’, are legal documents that a couple signs before they get married or enter into a civil partnership. These agreements set out the ownership of the couple’s income, property and assets, and how these will be
It has been announced that Rupert Murdoch is divorcing Jerry Hall. This is the second high-profile divorce this year after Sergey Brin, Google co-founder, filed for divorce from Nicole Shanahan. This is Brin’s second marriage and Murdoch’s fourth. Given Brin and Murdoch’s
Maybe you should also be thinking about a pre-nup! This agreement, formally known as a pre-nuptial agreement or pre-civil agreement, has been popular for years with the rich and famous. However, there is now a growing realisation that they can also be
‘Judges say they will ignore pre-nups unless couple are rich,’ reads a recent tabloid headline, before stating that the majority of spouses who sign prenuptial agreements are wasting their time, since only the very wealthy can expect their wishes to be honoured.
Soila and Austin Chessell discuss prenuptial agreements UK here. Why have a prenuptial agreement? What is a prenup? Is a prenup legally binding? When will a prenup not be upheld? What is a post-nup? Can you sign an pre-nup agreement after the wedding? Can
The celebrity world is abuzz with yet another high-profile divorce case. Billionaire and former record executive, David Geffen, has filed for divorce from his 32-year-old dancer husband, David Armstrong. The marriage only lasted two years, and despite the 82-year-old being worth a
Sponsored post by Fair Result. Financial settlements in divorce refer to the process by which a couple’s joint assets and finances are divided upon the dissolution of their marriage. This often complex and emotionally charged process aims to ensure that both parties receive
Divorce rates have long been a subject of social debate, with various factors contributing to the rise or fall in the dissolution of marriages. One recurring observation is that wealthier couples tend to stay married longer and are less likely to divorce
Delays in the court system have been widely reported in the media in the context of criminal proceedings but sadly remain commonplace in the family courts too. Many courts have a significant backlog of cases, exacerbated further by the pandemic and from
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
The no-fault divorce law landed recently in the UK; divorce lawyers are expecting an influx of applications now there is no requirement to place the blame on either party. Separating from a partner could have a big impact on your finances, especially
