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, ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
Christmastime can be particularly difficult for children of divorce. There’s a lot to think about, and it’s likely that they’ll meet the odd bump in the road as they navigate their new family dynamic. Here we’re exploring just some of the things that your children might be thinking about this festive season, and what you ...
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 ...
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 ...
According to a YouGov poll in spring 2022, one in four lawyers had experienced stress or burnout at work. Over a quarter of those surveyed reported feeling this way on a daily basis. In recent years there’s been a definite push to ensure that solicitors and legal professionals feel secure and happy in the workplace, ...
The cost of living crisis has continued to affect both families and individuals on a daily basis. With increased food, energy and property costs, many people have found themselves forced to cut back on their spending. But the cost of living crisis isn’t simply limited to the day-to-day running of households. For couples who are ...
Following a divorce or separation, it’s not unusual to look ahead to a fresh start and new beginnings. For some people, this can lead to the consideration of relocating to another city, or even abroad to another country. But what does the law say about this? If this is something you’re considering, here are some ...
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