In this episode, host Catriona Attride is joined by legal director Fiona Debney to discuss how wills should be structured for cohabiting couples, and also couples in a second marriage who have children from different relationships.

• We outline the different ways that we suggest unmarried couples structure their will.
• We outline the benefits of the use of trusts in wills.
• We provide an overview of what a discretionary trust does and who it's for the benefit of.
• We define 'interest in possession' trusts.
• We outline the different ways that we suggest couples who are in a second marriage with children from different relationships structure their will.
• We outline how you can protect your children's inheritance when you re-marry.
• We outline the advantages of having a flexible trust.

In this episode, host Catriona Attride is joined by legal director Fiona Debney to discuss the importance of having a will and the consequences of dying without one.

• We define what it means to die intestate;
• We outline what is inherited by a partner or spouse if a partner dies without a will;
• We outline what happens to your property if you die without a will;
• We outline what is inherited by children if a parent dies without a will;
• We look at whether a cohabiting partner has any rights to a property when a partner dies;
• We define intermeddling; 
• We outline who has the right to sort out the estate in an intestacy;
• We explain the importance of having a will if you are in a second marriage.

In this episode host, Catriona Attride is joined by Legal director Fiona Debney to discuss lasting powers of attorney. Together they provide an overview of who should have a lasting power of attorney and discuss the importance of having one in place.

• We explain what a lasting power of attorney (LPA) is;
• We discuss the power of attorney for finances and how and when it can and might be used;
• We outline the difference between living wills and health and welfare powers of attorney;
• We outline who should be setting up a lasting power of attorney and discuss the common misconception that they are only for older people;
• We discuss the practical aspects of putting in place an LPA.

In this episode, Catriona Attride is joined by family lawyers Amrit Hunjin and Andrew Dennis to discuss the dos and don'ts of divorce. If you are contemplating going ahead with a divorce, this podcast will give you an overview of the best way to navigate key stages in divorce proceedings as amicably and smoothly as possible. 

• An outline of the key considerations for individuals who may be considering a divorce.
• Tips on preventing any initial delays in divorce proceedings.
• Advice on how you can reduce costs in divorce proceedings.
• We outline the benefits of mediation in divorce.
• An overview of the best way to navigate key stages in divorce proceedings as amicably and smoothly as possible.
• An overview of the best way to prepare for/ approach the financial process in a divorce.
• Advice on the best way to approach children matters in a divorce.

In this episode host Catriona Attride is joined by Andrew Dennis, a solicitor in our family team, to discusses the divorce process. Together they provide an overview of the terminology often used in a divorce application and cover key topics including children arrangements and the financial process in divorce proceedings.

In this episode:

• We outline the steps you need to take if you are considering a divorce.
• We define what constitutes a 'marriage breakdown'.
• We define unreasonable behaviour.
• We explore how the length of your separation can impact the requirement for consent to produce a petition.
• We provide an overview of the key terminology used in a divorce application including the decree nisi and the decree absolute.
• We outline the stages of the financial process in a divorce.
• We outline how arrangements for children are considered in a divorce.

In this episode host, Catriona Attride is joined by Vanessa Gardiner, a director in our family team. Together they look at the advantages and disadvantages of pre and postnuptial agreements and explore whether or not you need one.

In this episode:

• We define pre and postnuptial agreements.
• We look at whether pre/postnuptial agreements are legally binding in the UK.
• We outline the advantages/disadvantages of pre/postnuptial agreements.
• We explore why couples may want to enter a pre/postnuptial agreement.
• We outline which key assets should be included in a pre/postnuptial agreement.
• We explore pre/postnuptial case law.

In this episode, Vanessa Gardiner, a director in our family team, provides insight into the legal terminology often used in family law, focusing on divorce, financial matters and children matters.

In this episode:

• We define the key terminology used in divorce proceedings including the terms 'divorce' and 'dissolution'.
• An overview of the 5 legal reasons for divorce.
• An explanation to why financial matters need to be dealt with within the divorce proceedings.
• We define prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.
• We define some of the key terminology used in children's law.
• We outline the key aspects of the Children's Act.
• We define parental responsibility.