Spousal Maintenance in the UK The concept of spousal maintenance, sometimes referred to as “alimony” in other jurisdictions, originates from the principle that one spouse may require financial support from the other following divorce or…
Residence orders
Residence Orders in UK Family Law A Residence Order is a type of Child Arrangements Order issued by the family court under the Children Act 1989, determining where a child will live following separation or…
Property settlements
Division of Property on Divorce Under UK Law In England and Wales, the division of property on divorce is governed by Section 25 of the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973, which directs courts to achieve a fair…