A divorcing couple must disclose their assets in order to obtain a legally binding financial agreement about who gets what. However, in many cases, there aren’t enough assets to meet both spouses’ needs and cut backs have to be made. This is often referred to as a ‘needs-based case’. Which ‘needs’ to consider The main ...
According to the Crime Survey for England and Wales, 2.3 million adults aged between 16 - 24 years, are estimated to have experienced domestic abuse between March 2019 and March 2020. This is a shocking statistic. Looking at this from a family law perspective, it’s really important that victims aren’t discouraged from coming forward. But ...
Family mediation is one of the many options available to separated and divorcing couples as a constructive way to sort out their finances and/or the arrangements for any children. Here we take a look at the pros and cons of mediation, and what to do when it doesn’t work. Do I have to go to ...
If you’re living with a narcissistic partner, there’s a good chance that at some point, you’ve enabled their negative behaviours. One thing to note about narcissists, they thrive when they’re surrounded by enablers, especially if that enabler is a spouse or partner. So how do you know if this applies to you? It can sometimes ...
When you’re in a long-term relationship, conflict is inevitable. No couple is going to live harmoniously for the entire duration of their relationship. Sometimes, couples disagree and inevitably over the years people change. And that’s OK, until it’s not. If you’re finding that the conflict between you and your spouse or partner is becoming more ...
If you are in the process of separating (or thinking about doing so), you may be terrified about losing your children. You may worry that your ex will be so fixated on ‘revenge’ and making you suffer, that they will try to weaponise your children against you. Typically, by the time that people ask for ...
When parents separate it is important that the children continue to have a good relationship with both parents. Whilst you may find it hard to get on with your ex, the two of you will always be your children’s parents. …
Even the most amicable of divorces throw up unexpected challenges for families. Being prepared for some of these obstacles makes the process much less overwhelming. We have put together 6 things that our clients regularly tell us that they wish they’d known. …
When you are preparing for divorce the things you do in the first few weeks can have a huge impact on your financial future. That’s why it’s important to take advice before you make any decisions that could affect your long-term position. …
Coercive control is a subtle and persistent form of emotional abuse which is designed to make the victim feel isolated, scared and humiliated. There are lots of ways your partner might be controlling you. Their behaviour can be almost unnoticeable at first, but it will gradually progress over time, reducing your freedom and increasing your ...
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