Frearsons Family Law Solicitors Skegness - Civil Partnership Disputes
In the case of a Civil Partnership (gay marraiage) dispute and you wish to end your civil partnership, Frearsons Family Law are here to inform you of your options. We also deal with separation agreements, domestic violence, legal fees, legal aid, child custody, child maintenance, child support and adoption.
We at Frearsons Family Law understand that any relationship break down is a distressing time, and therefore ensure to provide support and advice to all of our clients.
Phone us on: 01754 897600 or
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If a civil partnership has broken down irretrievably, an application for a dissolution order may be made to the court by either civil partner, however this is providing the civil partnership has lasted for a year or more. This is exactly the same as for a marriage
If your civil partnership has not lasted for a year and you wish to separate permanently then you can apply for a separation order from the court. In addition to this option, you can apply for an annulment. Annulments are difficult to obtain and unusual for married couples, it is anticipated the situation will be the same for civil partners.
Dissolution Order
Your civil partnership must have lasted at least one year before you can apply for a dissolution. You must prove to the court that the civil partnership has 'irretrievably' broken down. In addition to this, you must be able to prove that either:-
- Your partner has behaved unreasonably.
- You and your partner have lived apart for two years, and that you both agreed to the dissolution.
- You and your partner have lived apart for at least five years, if only one of you agree to the dissolution.
- Your partner deserted you at least two years ago.
Separation Order
If you get a separation order, it means you no longer have to live with your partner. You don't have to wait for a year after registering your civil partnership before you can apply for a separation order and you don't have to have been living apart from your partner first. However, neither of you will be free to register another civil partnership (or to marry) unless you get a dissolution order. The only real advantage is that it is not necessary to wait a year .
Annulment
For a civil partnership to be legal, both partners must be at least 16 years of age and not already be a civil partner or married. If any partner does not meet these conditions then the court can annul the partnership.
The court will state whether your civil partnership is “Void” or “Voidable”. Void meaning that the civil partnership never existed, and voidable meaning that the partnership was legal at the time it was registered, but not legal anymore. This can affect other matters.
We can assist you in dealing with matters concerning children and finances following the end of your civil partnership. Please read our pages on children and divorce for more information as the procedure will be the same. As with married couples, funding from the Legal Services Commission may be available.
Each option will be explained in further detail during a meeting with one of our solicitors. It may not be that you want to end the civil partnership, you may just need advice on a dispute. What ever the matter, we at Frearsons Family Law are here to help.
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