The Northern Ireland Executive, through the Department of Health, is responsible for child protection in Northern Ireland. They set out policy, legislation, and statutory guidance on how the child protection system should work. The Safeguarding Board for Northern Ireland (SBNI) co-ordinates and ensures the effectiveness of work to protect and promote the welfare of children. The …
Going through a divorce is never easy, particularly when children are involved. Alongside all the other issues, you, as guardians, will need to place a huge focus on the concept of custody, access, and contact. McPartland & Sons Solicitors have put together some simple tips to keep your focus on the children and make them …
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Child maintenance is money that covers your child’s living costs. It is paid by the parent who no longer lives with the child, to the person who has most of the care for the child. It is also known as child support. In Northern Ireland, child maintenance applies to children who are under the age …
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If you want to be sure your wishes are met after you die, then you must have a will. A will is the only way to make sure your savings and possessions (your estate) go to the people and causes that you care for. What needs to be included in a will? Value your estate. …
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. Child custody can refer to many parental concerns, including: Which parent …
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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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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 …
Arranging to formally manage a relative’s money for them is a big step for both of you. For them, it means giving up control and putting trust in someone else with their money and their decisions. For you, it means taking on the responsibility of family financials, it isn’t something to be done lightly. It …
A Power of Attorney is a legal document giving someone else the authority to take actions or make decisions on your behalf. It enables you to choose a person/ or people (called an attorney) to deal with your property, money, and other affairs. Who can be a Power of Attorney? The appointed person is known as …
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 …