Nuptial agreements can help with the division of assets and income on separation or divorce, and although they have been more commonly been associated with certain jurisdictions like the United States, their popularity is growing globally, including in European countries such as Spain, Italy and Germany. 

Plotting a course through matrimonial issues and across international borders can be complex at the best of times, especially when dealing with legal systems that differ significantly in their approach. Your ship might cast off in the right direction, but where is the final destination?

Leading legal expert, Andrew Spearman, comments on the Report by the Law Commission of England & Wales and the Scottish Law Commission, released on 29 March 2023:

Reflecting on the UK’s recent National Fertility Awareness week, the team at Laytons would like to raise awareness of the work our Family Law department does to help those dealing with fertility challenges and those who have become parents via alternative routes.

Partner Andrew Spearman was invited to speak on 'Modern Justice' on Friday, 22 April at Lorraine Christine Worsley-Carter MBE DL Installation of High Sheriff of Greater Manchester.

On 6 April 2022, the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 came into effect in England and Wales which made significant changes to the laws surrounding divorce.

This guidance, published by Surrogacy UK is for intended parents to surrogacy who are approaching the birth of their child, but also for hospitals and NHS Trusts in addressing the unique situation intended parents and surrogates find themselves.