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Divorce can be a complex and emotional process, particularly when it comes to dividing finances. One of the most valuable assets in a marriage can be a pension, and NHS pensions are no exception. Understanding how these pensions are treated in divorce is important to ensure that any settlement is fair, reasonable, and meets the needs of both parties.

Dividing assets during a divorce is rarely straightforward, and this can be especially true where a police pension is involved. As a public sector scheme, police pensions can be valuable and complex, which means it’s vital to get the right information and support before reaching a settlement. Whether you are a serving officer or the spouse of one, understanding how police pensions are treated in divorce will help ensure that your financial agreement is fair and sustainable.

Deciding how to divide assets during a divorce can be one of the most complex and emotionally charged aspects of the process. Two of the most significant assets that couples often need to deal with are the family home and pensions. Understanding how the courts view these assets and what your options are is essential in reaching a fair and workable financial settlement.

Mediation is often a helpful and cost-effective way to resolve disputes following separation or divorce, especially when it comes to financial arrangements and child contact. But a common question people have is whether they need to pay for mediation and, if so, how much it costs and whether any help is available with those fees.

When couples reach a financial agreement after divorce or legal separation, a consent order can be used to make that agreement legally binding. If approved by the court, the consent order dictates how the parties’ finances, such as property, savings, pensions, and any liabilities, will be divided in a legally enforceable way. Although many couples agree things amicably, a consent order ensures clarity and finality, giving both parties certainty for the future.

When a business is involved in a divorce, its valuation can become one of the most complex and contentious issues. Whether you are a business owner, or your spouse, understanding how the business will be valued and how its value will impact the division of assets is crucial. Divorce settlements in the UK require a fair and equitable division of assets, and businesses are often a significant part of the marital estate.

When it comes to divorce in the UK, the division of assets can be a complex process, especially when it involves inherited wealth. Many individuals wish to protect or "ring-fence" any inheritance they have received, ensuring that it remains separate from the marital estate and is not divided during the divorce settlement. However, ring-fencing inheritance is not always straightforward, and the courts will consider various factors before making a decision.

Separation for cohabiting couples can be a complex and emotional process, particularly as the automatic legal rights available to married couples do not apply. There is no concept of a “common law marriage” in the UK, and so the rights available to cohabiting couples on separation derive from different sources.

An occupation order determines who can live in a property when there is a dispute. Occupation orders are protective orders made in cases involving domestic abuse. When considering an application for an occupation order, the court applies the balance of harm test to assess whether an order is necessary to protect one party, and any children involved.