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How to recognise economic abuse

Economic abuse isn’t always easy to recognise, and is perhaps once of the lesser documented aspects of domestic abuse. As with many forms of abusive behaviour, it can take place over many years before a victim may even become aware that it’s been going on.  Here, we’ll take a closer look at how you might ...

2024-02-19T23:28:53+00:00February 19th, 2024|Domestic abuse, Money|

What does the future of mediation look like?

The role of mediation is to help you and your ex-spouse or partner reach agreements about your divorce or separation. In essence, it’s a discussion, facilitated by a third party, about any issues you feel need to be resolved before matters are finalised between you. For example, the finances, the family home, and often the ...

2024-02-12T12:26:56+00:00February 12th, 2024|Family law, Mediation|

5 signs you’re ready for divorce

For some people, the thought of their marriage coming to an end is a devastating and unsettling thought. For others however, it can signal the opportunity for a fresh start and a new beginning. Either way, there are very often a number of tell-tale signs and red flags that seeking a divorce is the right ...

2024-01-29T18:00:11+00:00January 21st, 2024|Divorce|

Why is January such a busy time for divorce?

The first Monday in January, after the conclusion of the festive season, has been unofficially dubbed as ‘Divorce Day’. This is due to the increased number of divorce enquiries received by family lawyers as many couples seek advice about ending their marriage.  But why is this the case? What are the reasons behind the increase, ...

2024-01-29T18:02:25+00:00January 15th, 2024|Divorce|

2023 at Harrogate Family Law

As 2024 very quickly approaches, we wanted to reflect on the year just gone by. A year full of terrific highs, and some heartbreaking lows. As a firm, we have big plans and big ambitions for the coming year, with our clients still firmly at the centre of everything we do.  For now though, let’s ...

2023-12-27T14:14:07+00:00December 27th, 2023|Harrogate Family Law|

How to manage Christmas away from your children

For anyone recently separated or divorced, managing that first Christmas when you have children can be challenging. But what about when you don’t have the children? How can you make it the best it can be when they’re spending the festive season elsewhere? We’ve talked in a previous blog about how your children might be ...

2024-01-30T17:23:16+00:00December 20th, 2023|Children, Divorce|

How to recognise post-separation abuse

Leaving an abusive relationship is one of the bravest, hardest things a person can do. Unfortunately, for many people, the abuse they’re aiming to leave behind doesn’t end once separated. In fact, one of the very real reasons why people don’t leave a relationship sooner (or in fact at all), is because it can put ...

2024-01-30T17:20:03+00:00December 13th, 2023|Divorce, Domestic abuse|

Child arrangements at Christmas

When you’re divorced or separated, there are certain occasions that potentially present a challenge. Weddings, family birthdays and school holidays are all good examples. But for many families, divorce can make Christmas anything but the most wonderful time of the year. Everybody’s circumstances are different, and here we’re looking at some of the different options ...

2024-01-30T17:32:06+00:00November 27th, 2023|Children, Divorce|

Cohabitation law – is reform back on the agenda?

At Harrogate Family Law, we closely followed the political party conference season for any potential updates regarding family law. We weren’t left disappointed, with cohabitation law reform being the order of the day for the Labour Party. On 10th October, the Shadow Attorney General, Emily Thornberry, declared that a Labour government would commit to reforming ...

2024-01-30T17:35:01+00:00November 20th, 2023|Cohabitation, Law changes|
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