How Courts Decide on Joint Custody Arrangements
Navigating joint custody in Northern Ireland? Learn how courts prioritise your child’s best interests and the key factors considered in child arrangement orders.
Divorce
How to Protect Your Assets in a Divorce: Expert Advice
Protect your assets and ensure a secure financial future by following these expert tips for navigating divorce proceedings in Northern Ireland.
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Things you need to know about Child Custody in 2025
Child custody is the legal term given to where a child lives most of the time following the break-up of their parents. The parent with custody is responsible for making the day-to-day decisions regarding the child, while the non-resident parent receives specific contact arrangements.
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The 5-Year Divorce Rule in Northern Ireland: A Comprehensive Guide
Our comprehensive guide outlines the key conditions for the 5-year divorce rule in Northern Ireland.
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5 Questions On Separation Agreements Answered
When a relationship breaks down, there are invariably several important issues which will need to be resolved between yourself and your partner.
Preparing For Divorce Or Separation in Northern Ireland
In Northern Ireland, when a marriage or partnership breaks down, both people may wish to dissolve the bond legally. A married person can petition for a divorce while a civil partner applies for a dissolution. You cannot apply for divorce or dissolution for the first two years of your marriage or civil partnership. McPartland &
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Pensions Entitlement in Northern Ireland After Marriage Breakdown
A pension is usually one of several matrimonial assets which require to be distributed upon the breakdown of a marriage. There are various ways in which division of the value of a pension may be dealt with. If the pension in a case is of a substantial value or is the main asset, the parties
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What happens to a house after divorce or separation?
If you’re getting divorced or separating from your partner, one of the biggest financial decisions to undertake is what will happen to the property you own. Find out what options are available to you with McPartland & Sons guide to your family home. Understanding how the home can be divided in Northern Ireland When
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How Do You Start Proceedings For A Divorce?
Divorce proceedings can prove both emotionally and financially draining. The first step in any case involving a marriage breakdown is to decide whether issuing divorce proceedings is the appropriate circumstance. The last thing that any person going through a divorce wants to worry about is having to negotiate a complicated legal process to reach the
What are the legal implications of marriage?
Getting married is a big milestone, and one of the most memorable days of your life. You like to make sure everything is perfect, from the outfits to the cake at the venue but, what about the legal aspects? You can get caught up in the romance, and then the legal sides of marriage are