Major life events such as marriage, divorce, entering a civil partnership, or having children do more than change your personal circumstances — they can significantly affect your legal position. If your relationship status has changed, it is essential to review your Will and related legal documents to ensure they remain valid and reflect your current wishes. At Do It Legally, … Read More
Why Your Divorce or Separation Agreement Should Never Be Left to WhatsApp
The importance of documenting financial arrangements correctly A recent High Court case has highlighted a growing issue in modern family law: can informal messages – including WhatsApp chats – amount to a legally binding agreement in a divorce or separation? The case involved London artist Hsiao Mei-Lin, who argued that WhatsApp messages from her ex-husband showed he had agreed to … Read More
A pre-nuptial agreement isn’t unromantic!
A prenuptial agreement, often referred to as a “prenup”, is a contract between two people who are planning to get married or enter into a civil partnership. It outlines how their assets, debts, and other financial matters will be managed in the event of a divorce or separation. While initially prenuptial agreements may seem unromantic, there are many reasons why … Read More
No-fault Divorce helps reduce the pain of separation.
The end of a relationship will always be difficult, but U.K. law now allows married couples and civil partners to divorce without assigning blame or proving fault. This makes the process of separation simpler, cheaper and less adversarial. Most divorces can now be dealt with on-line, without needing to attend Court. Our team can guide and support you (and your … Read More