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DivorceFamily LawSKB News“My Partner Is Turning Our Child Against Me”: Understanding Parental Alienation
Do you think your ex is turning your child against you? Find out the signs of parental alienation and what you can do to stop it.
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DivorceFamily LawSKB NewsCan I Change My Child’s Name?
Can I Change My Child’s Name? Many families choose to change their child’s surname for lots of different reasons. Find out what you need to do below. This is general guidance. Call our team to find out your options. [article updated 26 April 2023] Overview The process to change your child’s name is pretty straightforward by deed poll or statutory declaration. Complications can arise depending on the child’s age and agreed parental responsibility. Under 16 Years Old Only family members with parental responsibility can change their child’s name. Everyone with parental responsibility will need to agree to the change. For Official Documents – such as passports or driving licenses, you will need to complete a Deed poll. You can choose to complete the forms yourself or ask our team to take care of the paperwork on your behalf. Statutory declaration – one of the easiest ways is to complete a formal statement of intention to change your child’s name. This is signed under oath in the presence of a solicitor. Many organisations will accept the Declaration as proof of name change. It is not valid for official documents. Children aged 16 or 17 Years Old Children who are aged at least […]
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DivorceFamily LawSKB NewsI’ve been served with a non-molestation order, what can I do?
If you’re served with a non-molestation order, providing an undertaking does not mean that you admit to the allegations. You can give the undertaking to the court on the basis that you do not agree with the allegations.
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