Can Opposite-Sex Couples Enter into a Civil Partnership?
Can Opposite-Sex Couples Enter into a Civil Partnership? Yes. On 02 December 2019 new legislation was implemented to allow opposite-sex couples to... Read More
Proposals to Change Manx Divorce Law
Proposals to Change Manx Divorce Law The BBC News website has announced that there are proposals to change Manx divorce law so... Read More
Quick & Easy to Register Lasting Powers of Attorney
Setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney Setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) has become easier and quicker following changes... Read More
What is Family Mediation?
Keeping Out of Court – Mediation in Family Cases There are many good reasons for wanting to keep family disputes away from... Read More
Appoint a Lasting Power of Attorney or Not?
What is the Problem? As you may know, news articles have flagged up serious concerns over social care for the elderly. One... Read More
Fresh Calls for ‘No-Fault’ Divorces
Fresh Calls for ‘No-Fault’ Divorces Mrs Owens, who seeks a divorce based on her husband’s unreasonable behaviour, has been unsuccessful in her... Read More
The myth that is common law marriage
The myth that is common law marriage Kerseys Family Department frequently meets clients whose cohabiting relationship has broken down and who believe... Read More
It’s not you – it’s not me: “no-fault” divorce
“No-Fault” Divorce FRESH calls have been made for “no-fault” divorces, following a high profile case where a wife was REFUSED a divorce... Read More
What is Happening in the Family Courts?
What is Happening in the Family Courts? There has been a dramatic rise in the number of people going to court in... Read More
Inheritance Tax Update
Inheritance Tax Update On Wednesday 7th July, the Chancellor announced changes to the Inheritance Tax (IHT) rules. These purport to reduce the... Read More
