Archive of: August, 2020
The impact of lockdown and the COVID-19 pandemic on family breakdown and divorce
Petitions for divorce have also increased “significantly” over the past three months, according to the chair of the family law committee, Suzanne Rice.
Avoiding email scams and cybercrime
As the Covid-19 situation changes rapidly, there is uncertainty for many family law firms and family solicitors.
Keeping your information safe and secure when using videoconferencing software
The SRA (Solicitor’s regulatory Authority) have stated that all firms must have measures in place to keep client’s information confidential - it is required both by their rules and the law, including GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
Varying maintenance payments following change of circumstances after divorce or separation.
The Times newspaper has reported that COVID-19 has “split divorce specialists.”
In an article published on 06/08/2020 it is reported on a “flood” of applications from clients who are previously divorced or separated and now seeking to vary the term of child or spousal maintenance.
Keeping family courts safe in a post COVID-19 world
HM Courts & Tribunals Service has confirmed plans to add portable toilets and waiting rooms to some existing court buildings in order to increase capacity.
Key Points for creating a legally binding Will under the new rules
Your will lets you decide what happens to your money, property and possessions after your death. If you make a will you can also make sure you don’t pay more Inheritance Tax than you need to.
How do the new witnessing rules affect me when making my will?
It is important legally, and also for your own peace of mind, to make certain your will is watertight and binding. It means that your wishes can be carried out in a timely and responsive way.