Abandoned spouses
Spousal Abandonment is the deliberate stranding of a spouse abroad and without the necessary travel documents, including passport and without the intension of returning to the jurisdiction of England and Wales.
Some cases may also involve the abandoned spouse being either abandoned with or separated from their children and in such situations, wardship orders are needed to protect the children and declaring that the English courts have jurisdiction in respect of decisions concerning the children.
By making the children wards of court, no orders concerning the children can be made unless ordered by the court, this includes the children being prevented from being taken away from the jurisdiction of England and Wales without the courts consent and permission,
In such cases, it is necessary to seek urgent legal advice in order to regain entry in the jurisdiction.
How we can help?
Our Family Law Team are highly experienced in dealing with matters concerning stranded spouses/or challenging an application and if you would like to talk to an expert legal adviser about your options, contact us.
Free initial call with the enquiry team
Phone: 020 7272 1234
We provide family law advice nationally as well as internationally through telephone, email and video calls. We will also ensure you are kept up to date with your matter and assist you developing a strategy to help you succeed.
Our solicitors are based in London and nearby areas
Hopkin Murray Beskine’s London office:
The Ivories, Unit 17,
6 – 18 Northampton Street,
London, N1 2HY.
Our team of family law specialists are here to help you through the process and take real pride in what they do and how they do it, delivering an outstanding service at a sensible price, tailored precisely to your needs.
