There is uncertainty amongst non-UK nationals who may be working in the UK or residing here whether pre-nuptial agreements are recognised by the English courts. Pre-nuptial agreements, which specify the division of martimonial assets, are currently not legally binding in England and Wales... read more

Having received their ‘A’ level results school leavers across the country are looking forward to beginning university or the adventures of a gap year. This raises the question for parents of how these ventures should be funded, which is often of particular concern for parents who have... read more

The High Court has this month given judgment in a very difficult and long-running family dispute (Re S, 12 August 2010, His Honour Judge Clifford Bellamy Sitting as a Deputy Judge of the High Court in the Coventry District Registry).  The case (reported as Re S (Transfer of... read more

Yesterday, Tiger Woods fired seven birdies to lead the field at The Barclays. For non-golfers there is a simpler way to understand the day's events - it was his best round of the year.  There has been speculation in the media that this is the direct result of finalising his divorce... read more

Tiger Woods and his wife, Elin Nordegren divorced yesterday in Florida, USA. Nine months ago the golfing legend crashed his car outside one of his many houses. The incident sparked an explosive chain of events resulting in allegations that Tiger had committed adultery with a... read more

Never one to shy away from controversy, Eminem’s latest release ‘Love the way you Lie’ focuses on the issue of domestic violence.  Whilst undoubtedly raising the profile of domestic abuse, there is debate as to the extent to which the song and accompanying video furthers the cause, and... read more

The State of New York has this week passed a no-fault divorce law - the last State in America to do so.  Previously divorcing couples had to prove that one party was to blame for the failure of the marriage.  This had led to protracted court cases and increased legal costs where the... read more

It is always important to have an up to date Will but even more so when separating from your partner.  Only once your divorce has been finalised (upon Decree Absolute) will any gifts made to your errant spouse in your existing Will fail and if you do not have a Will your... read more

According to research statistics published in the Guardian newspaper this month, men under 45 who earn more than £100,000 a year are three times more likely to have a pre-nuptial agreement than those aged over 45. Almost one in five, or 17%, of men under 45 now have a prenuptial agreement,... read more

American porn star Devon James has filed a paternity action against golfer Tiger Woods, two days after going public on the American news show ‘Extra’ with allegations that he fathered her nine year old son. Last week, as the golfing star began competing in the US Open tournament in... read more