Recent data reported by Today’s Family Lawyer shows a 9% drop in marriages and civil partnerships, continuing a steady long-term decline. Fewer couples are choosing to formalise their relationships but this shift doesn’t mean modern family life has become any simpler from a legal standpoint. In fact, for the growing number of cohabiting couples, the ...
Earlier this year, MPs launched a formal inquiry into how well the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) works. Several proposals are now under consideration, in the hope that the CMS will be better able to meet the needs of families and children. However, for many people, including those who use it, the CMS remains something of ...
By Andrew Meehan, Founder and Managing Director Fifteen years ago, I left the comfort of a large national law firm – complete with receptionists, IT support, and a photocopier that never ran out of toner (well sometimes) – to set up Harrogate Family Law. I’d spotted a gap in the local market for high-quality family ...
Harrogate Family Law is proud to announce that the firm has once again been recognised in the Chambers and Partners UK Guide 2026, securing a place among the leading family law firms in the region. Expertise and recognition According to Chambers and Partners, “Harrogate Family Law has a dedicated team with extensive experience advising on challenging ...
After nearly 20 years of marriage, Hollywood and country music A-listers, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have decided to call time on their relationship. It’s not uncommon for the unions of high-profile celebrity couples to reach the end of the road, but the details of the pre-nuptial agreement Kidman and Urban entered into before their ...
The case of Standish v Standish has been a hot topic in the world of family law over the past few months, and in July this year, the court finally reached its conclusion. Referencing several previous landmark cases before it (notably White v White [2001] and McFarlane v McFarlane [2006]), the 20-page judgment was, at ...
Press Release - October 2025 Harrogate Family Law has once again been recognised in the Legal 500 UK rankings, cementing its position as one of Yorkshire’s leading family law practices. The Legal 500 editorial team describes Harrogate Family Law as “a considerable force in family law within Yorkshire”, with notable expertise in nuptial agreements, high-net-worth finance ...
At Harrogate Family Law, we’ve had plenty of experience supporting clients who are separating from or divorcing narcissistic partners. There’s no doubt that any relationship breakdown is challenging, but when you’re dealing with a narcissist, it can add another level of complexity to proceedings. For many clients, the journey up until this point has been ...
There’s no doubt that prenuptial agreements are a worthwhile investment. While they’re not legally binding in England and Wales, they can be highly persuasive when it comes to dividing any assets in the event of a divorce. Some people struggle with the concept of prenuptial agreements, seeing them as ‘unromantic’ and promoting a pessimistic view ...
Marriage is one of the most significant commitments you can make. Joining your life with that of another person in law isn’t a decision that most people take lightly. Before making that kind of commitment, it’s essential that you feel as happy and confident as possible about who you’re going to share your life with. ...
Harrogate Family Law Limited
Clarendon House, 9 Victoria Avenue, Harrogate, HG1 1JD
Registered in England and Wales under company number 07532646.
The firm is subject to the SRA Standards and Regulations: Click to view.
Authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under number 557459.
All content © 2010 – 2025 Harrogate Family Law Limited unless otherwise stated.
