Legal jargon can be confusing. At East Coast Family Lawyers we aim to use ‘plain English’ with our clients, but there is certain terminology used by the Courts that can leave you wondering what it all means. Here are some of the most commonly used terms in Family...
What happens if your ex-partner has unilaterally sold a matrimonial asset or spent large sums of money following a separation? Are these disposals accounted for in a property settlement? Following a line of recent court judgments the answer to these questions is not...
It is not always possible to know with certainty what goes on in a friend’s or close family member’s relationship, particularly behind closed doors. There are however some tell-tale signs and symptoms of emotional and physical abuse. Some of the...
The build up towards Christmas is warranted. It is a time for families and friends to relax, exchange gifts, share meals and generally enjoy each other’s company, not to mention eat, drink and be merry. It’s about putting the year behind you and toasting...
Physical Abuse and Domestic Violence When we think about Domestic Violence, in most circumstances, people refer to physical abuse of a spouse or intimate partner. I certainly see many people who indicate to me “No, there’s never been any physical...
