News
With the announcement today that the High Court in Australia has ruled that two transgender people can be recognised as men, despite not having completed the full medical sex change process, it is worth reminding ourselves of the impact of this procedure upon Scottish Divorce Law.
Amanda Wilson
Senior Solicitor
November can be a notoriously busy time for family lawyers, as separated parents seek legal advice on how to split the holidays with the children. This can cause huge disagreements with parents battling it out for custody.
Elaine Sym
Associate
With the announcement last week that Duncan Bannatyne is set to divorce his wife of 5 years, we look at the differing laws governing divorce both sides of the Border.
Amanda Wilson
Senior Solicitor
Whilst today marks an important day for high school pupils across Scotland, with the arrival of their much anticipated exam results, it also represents a significant day for their parents, who may now face the prospect of their young preparing to fly the nest for the first time.
Amanda Wilson
Senior Solicitor
The Domestic Abuse (Scotland) Act 2011 comes into force.
Amanda Wilson
Senior Solicitor
With the current phone hacking scandal hitting the headlines at the moment, it is perhaps worthwhile taking a moment to consider the recovery in divorce cases and how you would go about engathering evidence when it comes to applying for a divorce.
Elaine Sym
Associate
The Foreign Office has this week reported a 10% rise in the number of parental child abduction cases, where children have been abducted by a parent.
Amanda Wilson
Senior Solicitor
Couples in turmoil are tackling the crunch by considering getting an on-line E-vorce to save money on legal costs, according to new research.
Stephen Brand
Partner
Prenuptial Agreements: Not Just for the Wealthy
Elaine Sym
Associate
Couples wishing to divorce in England and Wales are likely to be referred to compulsory mediation sessions before applying to the courts, under new government proposals announced today by Justice Minister, Jonathan Djanogly.
Amanda Wilson
Senior Solicitor
The Additional Support for Learning (Scotland) Act 2009 came into force yesterday, strengthening the rights of children with additional education support needs.
Amanda Wilson
Senior Solicitor
Graham Harding was elected Chair of the Family Law Association in Scotland at the organisation’s recent AGM.
