Everyone’s divorce and needs during divorce are different.
Posted By: Julie Tierney
Maybe you separated just before lockdown and haven’t been able to make time to make an appointment with a solicitor. Perhaps you didn’t know it was possible to arrange a virtual meeting with a solicitor. Or, perhaps you are scared about what the uncertain future holds for you and your fa...
Protection from Domestic Abuse
Posted By: Carla Fraser
There have been 3 domestic killings in Northern Ireland since the beginning of lockdown, as well as almost 2000 domestic abuse calls to the PSNI during the first three weeks of April. The Assembly debated new legislation at the end of April to strengthen domestic abuse law from physical violence on...
Guidance on Contact During Covid-19
Posted By: Carla Fraser
The Ministers for Health and Justice this week have highlighted further guidance on contact arrangements between separated parents and children during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, as provided by the Lord Chief Justice. The Minister of Health Robin Swann advised that, whilst this is an environment...
What will happen to my divorce proceedings during lockdown?
Posted By: Julie Tierney
We want to assure all our clients that our family law team is keeping up to date with the latest guidance from the Lord Chief Justice’s office on court hearings, and that we continue to explore alternative options so that your case can move forward during this time of lockdown. The Lord Chie...
Domestic Abuse during Lockdown
Posted By: Carla Fraser
The BBC reported today that the PSNI haven’t seen an increase in the number of domestic violence calls during lockdown. However, Justice Minister Naomi Long has responded to outline her concern that, rather worryingly, people are perhaps not reporting the incidents during lockdow...
Covid- 19: Do I have to send my child to contact?
Posted By: Carla Fraser
Our family law team have received a number of queries regarding child contact arrangements during the coronavirus pandemic, both from new and existing clients. Whilst some clients are putting measures in place and continuing to adhere to Contact Orders, many parents are choosing not to send their ch...
Can I get divorced online in Northern Ireland?
Posted By: Julie Tierney
No. The facility to get divorced online is not available in Northern Ireland. It is still necessary to lodge divorce papers with the Court office and for one or both divorcing spouses to attend at Court, depending on the circumstances. If you wish to issue proceedings without a solicitor, a copy...
