Do I need permission to take our child on holiday?

Do I need permission to take our child on holiday?

It is now that time of year where many parents plan to take their children away over the summer holidays. Whilst there are many things to consider when travelling abroad, when you are a separated parent, there are even more things to consider when it comes to taking...
Unmarried couples: Legal property rights upon separation

Unmarried couples: Legal property rights upon separation

When it comes to advising unmarried couples and their legal rights to property upon separation, it is important to know that unmarried couples do not share the same luxury as those who are married or in a civil partnership; meaning regardless of the length of the...
What is “Reactive Abuse”?

What is “Reactive Abuse”?

Have you ever retaliated and been blamed for simply reacting to your partner’s bad behaviour? By raising your voice in frustration, and suddenly, you become the ‘angry one’. This is known as “reactive abuse”. At Birkett and Co Solicitors...