The term ‘family law’ encompasses many things. Think of it as a very large legal umbrella, with a number of different areas of practice sitting beneath it. In practice, family law covers anything from divorce and the resulting financial matters and the arrangements for the children, to public law child proceedings involving the Local Authority. ...
Is there such a thing as a straightforward divorce? Very often, separating couples have high hopes that their divorce will be simple, amicable and anything other than drawn out. In our experience however, that’s rarely the case. Even in the most non-contentious of circumstances, there are the inevitable bumps in the road. It’s just one ...
Economic abuse isn’t always easy to recognise, and is perhaps once of the lesser documented aspects of domestic abuse. As with many forms of abusive behaviour, it can take place over many years before a victim may even become aware that it’s been going on. Here, we’ll take a closer look at how you might ...
The role of mediation is to help you and your ex-spouse or partner reach agreements about your divorce or separation. In essence, it’s a discussion, facilitated by a third party, about any issues you feel need to be resolved before matters are finalised between you. For example, the finances, the family home, and often the ...
For some people, the thought of their marriage coming to an end is a devastating and unsettling thought. For others however, it can signal the opportunity for a fresh start and a new beginning. Either way, there are very often a number of tell-tale signs and red flags that seeking a divorce is the right ...
The first Monday in January, after the conclusion of the festive season, has been unofficially dubbed as ‘Divorce Day’. This is due to the increased number of divorce enquiries received by family lawyers as many couples seek advice about ending their marriage. But why is this the case? What are the reasons behind the increase, ...
As 2024 very quickly approaches, we wanted to reflect on the year just gone by. A year full of terrific highs, and some heartbreaking lows. As a firm, we have big plans and big ambitions for the coming year, with our clients still firmly at the centre of everything we do. For now though, let’s ...
For anyone recently separated or divorced, managing that first Christmas when you have children can be challenging. But what about when you don’t have the children? How can you make it the best it can be when they’re spending the festive season elsewhere? We’ve talked in a previous blog about how your children might be ...
Leaving an abusive relationship is one of the bravest, hardest things a person can do. Unfortunately, for many people, the abuse they’re aiming to leave behind doesn’t end once separated. In fact, one of the very real reasons why people don’t leave a relationship sooner (or in fact at all), is because it can put ...
Christmastime can be particularly difficult for children of divorce. There’s a lot to think about, and it’s likely that they’ll meet the odd bump in the road as they navigate their new family dynamic. Here we’re exploring just some of the things that your children might be thinking about this festive season, and what you ...
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