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How Can I Speed up the Conveyancing Process?
Buying a new home is hugely exciting. However, the time it can take from having an offer accepted to getting the keys in your hand can often feel like an eternity. Although some aspects of the conveyancing process are dependent on the actions of others, any...
Do Grandparents Have a Right to See Their Grandchildren?
Grandparents play a unique and important part in their grandchildren’s lives. However, despite this valuable role they hold, in England and Wales, grandparents do not have an automatic legal right to see their grandchildren. There are various reasons why access to...
How Do We Agree On Who Pays the Mortgage During a Trial Separation?
Deciding to end a marriage or dissolve a civil partnership is a big step. For couples that need some time to assess the situation and consider whether a divorce is something they wish to pursue, a period of separation can be invaluable. Spending time living...
Can I Take My Child Abroad if They Have a Different Surname?
With the Easter holidays fast approaching, many parents might be planning a family trip overseas. However, for those who have a different surname from their child, travelling abroad with them can be more difficult. In this blog, Family Law solicitor Simeon...
My Partner and I Want to Buy a House Together but are Unsure Whether Joint Tenants or Tenants in Common is Best, Can you Help?
Buying a property with a partner is a hugely exciting time, but can be daunting, particularly if you are first-time buyers. There are two ways to own a property with another person. The first option is as joint tenants, and the second is as tenants in common....
What Happens if my Ex-Partner and I Can’t Agree on Arrangements for our Children?
The breakdown of a relationship is a challenging time with many issues that must be resolved. Separating couples often have many important decisions to make, for example, how to divide property and finances. Making arrangements for any children is often a priority....
Family Court Reform: Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week (5th – 9th February)
By Louise Martin, Director at Onions & Davies Separated parents who are finding it difficult to agree on their child arrangements, may be interested to know that the Private Family Law Early Resolution Consultation has now concluded. The government has...
Onions & Davies Solicitors Call on Local Businesses to Sign the Armed Forces Covenant
By Louise Martin, Director At Onions & Davies we continue to advocate our support for the military community, including veterans, reservists, and military families, by encouraging other organisations, suppliers, clients and contacts to sign up to the Armed...
Benefits of Family Mediation for Separating Couples
By Louise Martin, Solicitor, Director & Family Mediator Ahead of Family Mediation Week next week (22nd – 26th January), Family Mediator Louise Martin considers: what is family mediation and how can it help in family disputes? What is Family Mediation?...
What Information Do You Need to Tell a Buyer When Selling a House?
Historically, the onus was on a buyer to unearth any potential problems about a property prior to its purchase under a principle known as caveat emptor (‘buyer beware’). However, this changed in 2013 when buying a home was brought under the Consumer Protection...
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