Oct 19, 2017 | Uncategorized
Firstly, Melanie explains that the registration of a divorce is a matter of public record and the dissolution of the marriage will be noted. However, the reason for the divorce and the content of the petition is not a matter of public record and the content will only...
Oct 12, 2017 | Uncategorized
The firm are delighted that we have been recognised in the Legal 500 for our expertise in family law and mediation. Directors Sally Clark and Laura Clapton have been recognised as recommended lawyers. Since its establishment in 2015, Consilia Legal has quickly...
Oct 4, 2017 | Uncategorized
It is a very common misconception that moving in together as a couple creates a “common law marriage” and gives you the same rights in relation to each other’s property and finances, as you would have if you were married. This, however, is not the case. Unfortunately...
Sep 27, 2017 | Uncategorized
Historically, pre-nuptial agreements were considered against public policy in England and Wales and were, to use the common phrase, “not worth the paper they’re written on”. However, there has been a major shift in the last decade in respect of the enforceability of...
Sep 26, 2017 | Uncategorized
Supporting trans employees in the workplace Last week, the employment law team at Consilia Legal delivered an employment law update to the CIPD North Yorkshire. The topic which interested the attendees the greatest was the guidance in relation to supporting trans...
Sep 18, 2017 | Uncategorized
Laura Clapton is a highly experienced family solicitor and an accredited mediator. Laura is known for the highest level of client care. Laura specialises in mid to high net worth financial settlements and complex private children matters. Laura also advises...
