The law recognises the rights of both same-sex and opposite-sex couples to enter into civil partnerships, offering them similar legal rights and responsibilities as marriage. If you are considering a civil partnership, our experts can provide comprehensive advice tailored to your circumstances.
A crucial aspect to consider before entering into a civil partnership is whether to establish a pre-registration agreement. This agreement, akin to a pre-nuptial agreement, helps protect your financial assets and clarify arrangements should the relationship later break down. While not legally binding in all jurisdictions, these agreements are treated seriously by courts when deemed fair and reasonable.
Civil Partnership Dissolution
If a civil partnership breaks down irretrievably, you may need to apply for a dissolution order through the court to formally dissolve the partnership. The process requires evidence of an irretrievable breakdown, and our team can guide you through this, ensuring you understand how to meet the legal requirements.
Dissolution proceedings mirror divorce in many ways, including considerations for financial support, property division, and other financial arrangements. Either partner may be entitled to support from the other, depending on individual circumstances.
We provide compassionate and expert advice to help you navigate the legal process smoothly, ensuring your rights are protected at every step.
Get in touch with our team of Civil Partnerships experts today to discuss your requirements. You can contact us via email Email or telephone us 01803 213251
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Wollens is approachable and a welcoming and supportive space. This is especially important when dealing with family law, as these can be highly emotive cases.
Deborah Baker’s wealth of knowledge is evident in how she has dealt with my cases. Deborah is realistic, grounded and professional throughout, while also managing to be sympathetic, encouraging and supportive in moments where needed. I wouldn’t hesitate to take her advice.
A good firm with a range of quality solicitors
The team at Wollens are extremely approachable and knowledgeable and are keen to understand the needs of their clients. My experience is that they are inquisitive as to the ways which other professionals can help their clients achieve good outcomes.
Victoria jumped straight into action and really made changes in my case. She was professional, calm, meticulous and caring. Thanks to Victoria and the team my children are home where they belong with no findings against me! I can’t thank her enough and could not recommend her more, she’s fantastic!
The team are able to work on multiple transactions at once. I deal with an all-female team of solictors and paralegals which is good to see!
The team is highly responsive to communications and gives a personable yet professional service.
Friendly, approachable, quick, knowledgeable, transparent on fees, high quality service.
All the individuals at the firm with whom I have interacted have time to listen and understand. They make an effort to address the needs of clients – whether in the context of home visits or working with time differences with overseas clients. At all times, the client comes first. The firm should be very proud of their team.
Very friendly and approachable team. You are dealing with one person who knows your case, not a different person each time. Accessible to non-English speakers – they use professional and accredited interpreters and translators which makes them stand out from the other legal firms in the area.
All team members are very professional and respectful in their dealings with clients and other legal representatives. The team has a wide breadth of experience.
The family team are highly experienced and specialised, providing exceptional service, top quality advice, representation and support to their clients.
This team is unusual as although there are more than one office in the area it focuses in providing a consistent high level of service to local people and having specialist knowledge and understanding of the region and its culture
Wollens were very professional – knew exactly what we needed and got on with it.
They are approachable, knowledgeable, have great strength in depth and offer a strong client service.
They are a forward-thinking firm.
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