January 20, 2026

The start of a new year often brings reflection and the desire for a fresh start. For some couples, this means making the decision to divorce. In England and Wales, divorce does not have to be hostile or stressful. With the introduction of no-fault divorce, the focus has shifted away from blame and towards resolving …

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Cohabiting couples often assume they have the same legal rights as married couples, but in England and Wales this is not the case. There is no such thing as a “common-law marriage,” regardless of how long you have lived together. Cohabitants do not automatically have rights to property, inheritance, financial support on separation, or many …

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