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Family Guides Parental Responsibility Mothers automatically have parental responsibility although the situation is slightly more complex for fathers. If a father was married to the mother at the time of the birth, or subsequently married, the mother they will have parental responsibility. If the parents are not married, but the father is named on the child’s birth certificate and […]

Family Guides Divorce and relationship breakdown How we can help Our family lawyers have built a reputation across Torbay, South Devon and the South West for supportive and practical advice in all family matters including: • Divorce • Separation • Financial matters • Children • Domestic Violence Whether you’re looking for advice or assistance, we are here to help. Positive support […]

Family Guides Should I get a pre-nuptial agreement? That means that you can ask the court for an order that, say the family house is sold or transferred into your name or that your spouse’s pension fund should be divided so that you obtain a pension in your own name. The purpose of these claims is so that the court can make sure […]