Some situations where the law is commonly misunderstood in family circumstances
Often we speak to clients who believe they have, or don’t have certain legal rights – which are often commonly held perceptions in the general public however, not necessarily correct.
As there are many misconceptions about family circumstances and the law, we thought it would be helpful to provide a brief summary of a few situations and beliefs we commonly come across about common law marriage rights, father’s rights, divorce grounds, Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney, to help you understand your true legal position.
If you do find yourself in any of the below situations though, it is always important to seek independent legal advice to understand your individual position and rights.
