In financial matters arising from divorce proceedings, the issue of “loans” often arise. It is common for money to move between family members for a variety of reasons, whether that is to help with debts,…
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Mediation – A constructive approach to divorce and child arrangements
Mediation for those involved in family law disputes, whether it be divorce, financial or child arrangements matters is an alternative way of resolving matters prior to emotional, stressful and expensive litigation via the family Court….
Is your rental property fit for human habitation?
The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 (“RHWA”) has now been in force for almost 3 years. In the inclusion of the new Act, there was a term in all new Occupation Contract for landlords to…
What can I do with regular late payers?
Late payments are often a source of immense frustration for owners of Small and Medium sized businesses with bigger companies often being the ones most responsible for such late payments. The issue is even more…
Top Tips To Avoid A Messy Divorce!
Sadly, many couples become embroiled in lengthy and costly divorce proceedings which is often referred to as a “messy-divorce” in the media. That does not have to be the case. Here are our top tips…
How do I Challenge a Will?
There is rarely a more difficult and emotional time when a loved one passes away. What can add to grief is when one considers that the loved one’s Will setting out what should happen to…
Are Pre-Nuptial Agreements legally binding?
In March 2025, the Court of Appeal heard the case of Helliwell (respondent) v Entwistle (appellant), which is an interesting case surrounding the binding nature of pre-nuptial agreements. The Appeal was brought by Mr Entwistle…
True or False – Wills are only for older people?
“Wills are only for older people” We hear this so often. Many people think the idea of making a Will and lifetime planning in is reserved for those aged over 60 or 70, or perhaps…
Legal advice for your relationship this Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is a time when many couples take the next steps to start planning their future. Whether it’s a new relationship or plans are being made for a romantic proposal, couples often use the…
Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 and the changes for Landlords in Wales
Following changes to the law in 2022 the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016 (“RHWA”), tenants and licences have been called ‘contract holders’ ever since and their tenancy or licence agreements have been replaced by ‘occupation…