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How Courts Decide the Amount of Aliment
Understanding how aliment (financial support) is calculated in Scotland At XK Family Law Solicitors Aberdeen, we often help clients understand how much aliment they can claim or may have to pay. Aliment is ongoing financial support between family members – usually after separation, divorce, or when caring for children. Here’s a breakdown of how the…
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What Can the Court Do in an Aliment Case?
Your guide from XK Family Law Solicitors Aberdeen When someone applies to the court for aliment (legal financial support), the court has flexible powers to make fair and reasonable Orders. These powers are outlined in the Family Law (Scotland) Act 1985, and help ensure that those who need financial support – get the help they…
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Principal Rules of Pleadings (the facts) in Scottish Civil Courts
When dealing with ordinary cause actions in Scotland, you need a solicitor who understands how to correctly draft your pleadings. At xkSolicitors, we regularly handle Sheriff Court cases and know how important properly drafted pleadings are for success. Key Principles of Pleading The main rules of pleading are: Facts vs. Evidence Law vs. Facts Legal…
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The Role of Expert Witnesses in Family Law in Scotland
This article explains what an expert witness is, their role in Scottish courts, and how to challenge or work with expert evidence effectively.
