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, ...
Narcissists share specific characteristics, for example, a feeling of heightened superiority, entitlement, and lack of empathy towards others. When it comes to their behaviour, they’re likely to avoid any sense of accountability and may well exploit your vulnerability. Most narcissistic relationships follow a pattern, often made up of three key phases. It can be difficult ...
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 ...
Self-employment has been a growing trend in the UK for some time now. As of January 2022, there were approximately 4.19 million self-employed workers in the UK, many of whom will be at the helm of successful businesses. But what happens during a divorce when there's a business involved?* Here, we take a look at ...
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 ...
Narcissistic relationships are very powerful things, and not in a good way. Once you’ve recognised the signs and made the decision to leave, the effects of the abuse are long-lasting. They don’t simply disappear overnight. Here, we’re taking a look at some of the changes you might see in your own personality, and the way ...
As Justice secretary Dominic Raab continues his campaign to prevent up to half of family law cases reaching the courts, the issue of mediation remains firmly under the spotlight. With many courts across the UK dealing with a backlog of cases (a problem exacerbated by the Covid-19 pandemic), the discussion of making mediation the default ...
According to the ONS, the number of opposite-sex marriages in 2021 was the biggest decline in several decades, falling by 47% since 1972. These figures represent a long-term decline in the number of people choosing to get married, but what’s behind the change in attitude? Let’s take a look. A symptom of the pandemic? Some ...
On 6 April 2022, the no-fault divorce is due to come into force. This is a welcome change for the legislation’s supporters who believe it to be a real step forward when it comes to reducing conflict in the event of a marital breakdown. We’ve previously written about the no-fault divorce, exploring what it is, ...
Divorce is rarely straightforward. Not only is it a huge transition emotionally, divorce often brings a lot of uncertainty when it comes to finances and the arrangements for the children. Not to mention what life will look like when it comes to friendships and the wider family once your separation is final. It’s a daunting ...
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