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One home into two

For divorcing couples, extracting enough equity from the matrimonial home to fund two new lifestyles is just one of several challenging exercises, says Michelle McDermott

The Financial Ombudsman will fix it

The Financial Ombudsman Service provides a swift and cost-effective alternative to litigation against financial institutions, says Michael J Wilson

Mental health and mental capacity: the new overlap

Patients detained under the Mental Health Act 1983 as well as their doctors should be able to rely on the new principles in the Mental Capacity Act 2005, says Laura Davidson

Switching horses

Changing experts in the course of litigation can be problematic and further clarification from the Court of Appeal is needed, says Janice McMullen

Information overload

How far must an adviser go to attain a client's informed consent, and does too much information simply lead to the client becoming confused and alarmed, asks Katy Manley

Which route to use?

The Protection from Harrassment Act 1997 can provide a framework for applicants that are unable to rely on the Family Law Act 1996, say Michael Salter and Chris Bryden

Owning up

Though fewer mortgage shortfall cases are now being litigated, the process of negotiating a settlement still remains complex, says Daniel Lewis

Update: landlord and tenant

Milton McIntosh considers developments in regard to rent reviews, quiet enjoyment, surrender agreements, repair damages and business tenancies