Property
Disagreements over property and money lead to very bitter disputes and it
is usually essential to get legal advice. Courts divide assets according to
a number of criteria and children are always a court's first consideration.
It considers what the present and future needs of the children are and
makes arrangements as necessary.
Some of the other factors that are taken into account include present and
future income and resources, needs and responsibilities, physical and
mental disabilities, contributions to marriage, age and length of marriage.
Pre-nuptial agreements and other such arrangements may sway a decision but
bear in mind that they are not enforceable in UK law.
As a woman you can expect to be awarded at least half of the assets,
however this will depend upon many factors affecting your case.
