Child Contact Arrangements For The Christmas Period Some may argue that it is too early to consider the Christmas holiday season because Halloween was a few short weeks ago. Nevertheless, the navigation of family arrangements is always difficult and further complicated for separated parents in the run-up to Christmas. When determining how time for children…
Scotland became the first part of the UK, and devolved nation in the world to directly incorporate the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) into domestic law. The United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (Incorporation) (Scotland) Act 2024 (the Act) came into force on 16 July 2024. Across 54 Articles…
Updated 16/04/2024 Questions about what should happen to the assets of a shareholder after death and how they should be distributed to beneficiaries. Here, we will detail four helpful actions to take into account when transferring the shares of a deceased shareholder who has passed away, with business owners and executors in mind. Step 1:…
For heterosexual couples in the UK, the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) estimates that one in seven are affected by infertility. NICE released updated guidelines on the eligibility requirements for patients seeking fertility therapy on February 20, 2013. The recommendations mentioned same-sex couples for the first time, which is thought to represent…
Breaking up with someone is a big life decision that can be emotionally and legally challenging. Navigating this difficult period more easily can be achieved by being aware of the various methods. Grounds for Divorce In Scotland, a divorce may be obtained for the following particular reasons: Simplified Process for Divorce As the name implies,…
Simplicity Legal continues to grow and expand. As a result of which, we have created a dedicated Family Law Department. Our specialist Family Law Solicitors have a wealth of experience, expanding to over 60 years between them. Our Family Law Solicitors understand the difficult circumstances surrounding family law disputes, and we advise our clients in…
Unquestionably, being separated from your companion is among the most stressful circumstances one can experience. In addition to the challenges associated with the dissolution of your relationship, you may also be concerned about the well-being of your children, secure housing, and financial stability. Significantly contributing to the fact that many individuals feel completely overburdened when…
As transgender issues gain prominence in society and the legal system, it is critical that the Scottish legal system accommodate the requirements of the LGBTQ+ community. Transgender individuals and dissolution or divorce Before 2004, Scotland had a singular premise for divorce, which was the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. There exist four distinct methods for…
You may be curious about the initial steps you can take to navigate this difficult process as efficiently and amicably as possible if you have decided to divorce or separate. A competent, neutral professional assists a couple in family mediation in obtaining the necessary support to reach an amicable resolution regarding their children, property, and…
The idea of what a family looks like continues to grow and evolve as society develops and, while there used to be one model that dominated all others, significant changes in family structure have taken place over the past few decades. New ways to build a family reflect new ways of living together in harmony,…
