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 ...
Choosing a family lawyer is an important decision. Whether you’re looking for expert legal advice about your finances and assets, or what the arrangements will be for your children, chances are your solicitor will be helping you navigate some of the most important considerations of your life. As a friendly and approachable family law firm ...
It's no surprise that more and more separating couples are tempted to try their hand at the ‘DIY divorce’. Who wouldn’t want to try to save time and money right? Whilst doing things yourself may seem appealing, unfortunately this worrying trend isn’t as simple as it might appear to be. We’re not suggesting that couples ...
By Carol Jessop As people across the country continue to feel the strain of the cost of living crisis, we’re starting to see that it has the potential to impact more than just our wallets. For those in relationships that are already struggling, the uncertainty and worry caused by the rising cost of living is ...
There are approximately six million unmarried couples living together here in the UK. With an increasing number of people deciding to cohabit without being married, it’s more important than ever to be aware of the implications. The fact of the matter is that cohabiting couples don’t have the same rights as married couples. So, with ...
When you’re in the midst of a narcissistic relationship, it can be difficult to imagine a different kind of life, especially if your self-esteem is running low. However, finding a happier future is possible, and here we’re looking at 5 questions you can ask yourself in order to help break the cycle of a narcissistic ...
As a family law firm, this is a question we get asked a lot. It can be very hard for clients who feel that they’ve been treated badly or unfairly to understand that in the majority of cases, the negative conduct of their spouse has no bearing on the outcome of their divorce. So, what ...
If you’re embarking on divorce proceedings, the thought of going to court can be overwhelming. Your mind may immediately go to stress, expense and delay, when all you want to do is get the best possible outcome as soon as you possibly can. Whilst court is sometimes the best option for some circumstances, there are ...
Although divorce is often seen as the result of conflict, this is sometimes the wrong assumption to make. The fact is that in some cases, marriage comes to an end because a couple has grown apart. There’s no bad feeling and no desire to appoint blame. And even if there is blame to be had, ...
Narcissism is typically associated with people who are highly self-important, self-centred and have a constant need for attention. But not all types of narcissists display these characteristics in the same way. In fact, those referred to as “covert” narcissists can often come across as shy, self-conscious and sensitive. Unfortunately, having a relationship with such a ...
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