Paris Smith Podcast

Whilst divorce proceedings frequently appear in the media, there remain some myths and misconceptions surrounding divorce proceedings, and in particular the effect of decree absolute. Danielle Taylor from our Family team explains the stages of getting divorced. Find out more: https://parissmith.co.uk/your-life/family-law/divorce-civil-partnerships-and-financial-remedies/ Show notes: 00:35 Dani talks through the four stages to a divorce proceeding: divorce petition, acknowledgement of service form, decree nisi, and decree absolute 00:17 Dani explains how long a divorce normally takes 01:41 Is Decree Absolute the end? Dani talks through what the decree absolute does not cover 02:03 What happens if couples come to an amicable agreement between themselves? Dani discusses how informal agreements do not prevent a financial remedy application being made and what you should do in this situation 03:27 What are the legal implications if one party re-marries? 03:50 What happens when divorce is based on 2 or 5 year sep

Upon divorce or separation, often the presence of the beloved family pet continues to provide one party with well needed support and consistency. Be it the family cat, the children’s gerbil, the exceptional tortoise or man’s best friend; there are a variety of pets to be considered upon separation. But where should the pet go on separation – who should they stay with, and what legal advice should you seek in this situation? Find out more: https://parissmith.co.uk/your-life/family-law/divorce-civil-partnerships-and-financial-remedies/ Show notes: 00:32 Dani examines how pets are viewed in the eyes of the law 01:00 What do you need to consider when separating in relation to pets? 01:06 What do the courts in England and Wales say? 01:35 Financial proceedings: Dani discusses at what happens when you can't agree on what happens to a pet on separation 02:40 Dani explores what happens to pets which have a significant monetary value 03:27 Dani looks at the emotional ties we have to our pets and how they can affect