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How can family mediation help when going through divorce

Mediation is just one of the many options available for couples looking to separate or divorce. Whether it’s to discuss potential arrangements for the children or the finances, mediation can be a constructive opportunity for couples to come together and resolve any issues on neutral ground.  That being said, expert legal advice is still of ...

2024-01-11T14:25:27+00:00April 18th, 2023|Mediation|

Overcoming divorce and separation

No matter how amicable your divorce or separation may be, most people feel a sense of loss after the dust has settled. When a relationship breaks down, it’s important that you give yourself the time and space needed to heal, and feelings of denial, fear and acceptance are all part of the journey.  Here we’re ...

2023-04-11T09:48:32+01:00April 11th, 2023|Divorce, Mental Health|

Does language matter in the family court?

Sometimes termed ‘legalese’ by those both inside and outside the profession, the language of the law can often be very complex. But does it really need to be?  If you’re faced with a family law matter, it’s important for you to feel at ease, supported and fully in the know. As solicitors, a big part ...

2023-04-05T16:22:49+01:00April 5th, 2023|Family law|

4 types of toxic relationships and their warning signs

Although no two relationships are ever the same, and everybody’s experience is different, abusive relationships are often characterised by very similar red flags.   Due to the insidious nature of domestic abuse, victims often don’t realise how toxic their relationship is - especially when there’s more than one type of abusive behaviour at play. In this ...

2024-01-11T14:28:25+00:00March 28th, 2023|Emotional Abuse, Gaslighting, Narcissist Divorce, Stonewalling|

Grandparents rights: can I see my grandchildren?

Sometimes during a divorce, disagreements or issues can arise when it comes to arrangements for children. This can be incredibly stressful, not only for those immediately involved, but  for the wider family too. Grandparents, for example, often worry about what their relationship with their grandchildren will be in the event that their own child’s relationship ...

2023-03-23T10:16:01+00:00March 23rd, 2023|Children|

How to explain divorce to children

No matter how amicable or straightforward your divorce is, explaining separation to children is never an easy conversation to have. But neither is it one to avoid.  Divorce can take a big emotional toll on the whole family, and its impact should never be overlooked. As a parent, there are ways in which you can ...

2023-03-15T10:35:27+00:00March 15th, 2023|Children, Divorce|

Civil partnerships vs marriage – a consideration

What’s the difference between marriage and civil partnership? It’s a question that family lawyers are often asked, and here we’re taking a look at that very question as we come to the end of February and LGBTQ+ History Month 2023.  Until the passing of The Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Bill in 2013, civil partnership was ...

2024-01-11T14:33:30+00:00February 27th, 2023|Cohabitation, Gay marriage|

The Stray Ferret Business Awards – we’re finalists!

Whilst we help clients from all across the country, we’re a firm that sits right at the heart of our local community right here in Harrogate.  This is just one of the reasons why we’re so thrilled that not just one, but two of our team have been shortlisted as finalists at this year’s Stray ...

2023-02-24T10:46:37+00:00February 24th, 2023|Uncategorised|
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