In recent news, the government has announced that survivors of domestic abuse will be able to instruct the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) to make or receive payments on their behalf, without the consent of an abusive ex-spouse or partner. The review follows a series of changes towards tackling the issue of domestic abuse in family ...
Children’s Mental Health Week took place between 6 - 12 February 2023. Whilst this is an incredibly important topic all year around, this week is a great opportunity to really shine a light on how we can make a difference. The theme this year was ‘Let’s Connect’, focusing on helping children maintain healthy and meaningful ...
Typically, narcissistic people are characterised as very self-centred, lacking in empathy and in need of constant admiration. However, narcissism can display itself differently from person to person, which can be difficult for partners or former partners to navigate, particularly if they’re trying to co-parent. No matter how narcissism presents itself, attempts to co-parent with a ...
For many people, Christmas is full of fun, excitement and time spent with family. But if you’re going through a separation or divorce, and you have children, it can be incredibly difficult to navigate the inevitable expectations and high emotions that come with the festive season. So how can you support your children and keep ...
Depending on your circumstances, going through a divorce or separation can bring any number of challenges. And if you’ve got children, there are additional considerations that you’ll have to plan for when it comes to the future. Going through a divorce with children can be tough. Making the decisions about who they’ll live with, how ...
For many people, this Christmas will be the first since their divorce or separation. As a family solicitor, helping clients deal with disputes about child arrangements throughout the year is a big part of my job. And I know only too well that Christmas can be a tricky time. Client’s often struggle with the thought ...
As the summer season approaches, thoughts of recharging with a holiday abroad may not be far from your mind. If you’re divorced or separated, considerations around managing arrangements for the children can certainly cause stress and anxiety. This is especially true if your situation is contentious and emotions are running high. However, with early planning and ...
When it comes to divorce, what will happen regarding the finances is a big deal. It can be very difficult to remain objective when your future could be dependent on the outcome of negotiations taking place during your separation. This is reason enough to have expert legal advice. No matter how civil your divorce is, ...
Life after divorce can be difficult. If you’ve got children, the transition from being part of a couple raising them under the same roof to being a single parent is big. You might be the children’s primary carer, share their time equally with your ex-partner, or share their quality time on weekends and holidays. Whatever ...
Deciding that you want a divorce is one of the biggest life decisions you can make. For some, it's a painful time that's full of disruption. For others, it's a positive step leading to a more enjoyable future. Either way, there are a number of things to consider when you embark on divorce proceedings. As ...
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