In August 2010, the Law Society Gazette reported a surge in cohabitation cases, considered to be as a result of the recession. This gave rise to the need for clarity in respect of cohabitees rights upon separation, in respect of both financial issues...

A recent report that suggests the number of first time buyers is falling concerned me. The research by Rightmove said that 22% of potential buyers are looking to buy their first home in the next year, compared to 31% at the same point last year. ...

It seems that many unmarried people believe that following the breakdown of their relationship they must vacate the family home. This is incorrect especially in cases where children are involved.   Where the property is owned jointly by a couple...

I have read with interest today that the FSA recently fined Redstone Mortgages Limited £630,000 for its poor treatment of its customers with mortgage arrears who were facing repossession. I have dealt with this company a few times and they and other...

“Barnardo’s says court delays damage children” so reported the BBC on 9 August 2010. This echoed sentiments expressed by Sir Mark Potter, former president of the family division and head of family justice for England and Wales in...