A short marriage is generally considered to be one that lasts for less than five years. This can also include a period of cohabitation that moved seamlessly into marriage. When it comes to determining the financial remedies in any divorce, the court’s primary consideration is to ensure that both parties’ and any children of the…
The Divorce Reform Act 2022, which passed into law in April 2022, is the most significant change to divorce laws in England and Wales in decades. The new law aims to modernize the divorce process and make it easier for couples to divorce without assigning blame. The previous law required one spouse to prove that…
Divorce or separation can be a difficult and emotional time, and sorting out financial affairs can add to the stress. One of the areas that can be particularly complex is that of capital gains tax (CGT). Capital Gains Tax is tax that must be paid on assets which have accrued value since purchase such as…
One of Surrey’s leading independent law firms is expanding its reach across England with the appointment of three experienced lawyers to its team. Adam Confrey and Sharon Whyte, of H&C Lawyers, have joined the practice as consultants, bringing with them many years of experience dealing in matters related to the financial, property and tax affairs…
