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London – the divorce capital of the world?

by jelvin July 4, 2013 Divorce

In 2012, London cemented its reputation as the “divorce capital of the world”. A review by the Law Commission concluded that family law in the UK was perceived to be more generous than it is in other countries. London Mayor Boris Johnson echoed these opinions and even urged the wives of billionaires to travel to London so […]

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What Is Legal Separation?

by legalbite August 2, 2012 Divorce

Legal separation is a process where you can legally separate from your spouse but you remain married without some of the normal legal obligations to your spouse. Some people may prefer this option to divorce as they may not want to divorce as it goes against their religious beliefs, or they have not been married […]

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A Decree Nisi was pronounced in my divorce proceedings, but since then no Decree Absolute has been pronounced. What can I do to ensure a Decree Absolute gets pronounced?

by ContactLaw November 4, 2011 Divorce

In divorce law a Decree Nisi tells you that your divorce is almost completed. It is considered as the second last stage to the proceedings of your divorce. The Decree Nisi occurs when either you or your spouse have both completed  an affidavit in front of a family law solicitor and filled in a form […]

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