Discover the importance of cohabitation agreements and gain valuable legal insights on protecting your interests.
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Discover the peace of mind that comes from the Power of Attorney to manage your legal and financial affairs when you can’t.
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In Northern Ireland, as in many other parts of the world, the landscape of relationships is evolving. Cohabiting couples are becoming increasingly common, with many choosing to live together without getting married. While cohabitation offers its own set of advantages, couples need to be aware of their legal rights and consider cohabitation agreements to protect
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McPartland & Sons Solicitors will explore why estate planning is essential for protecting your family’s future, and how we can guide clients through this important process.
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When a relationship breaks down, there are invariably several important issues which will need to be resolved between yourself and your partner.
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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