Meet the Team – Ann Thomas
In this series, we introduce some of the people that make up Stephens Scown. We…
October 17, 2024 By Philippa Bourne
Financial provision following foreign divorce: New High Court guidance on applications for leave
The High Court has provided further guidance on applications for financial provision in England following…
September 18, 2024 By Andrew Barton
International Divorce – Key Considerations
It is increasingly common for families to have an international connection – whether that be…
August 30, 2024 By Lizzie Smith
International Family Law specialist strengthens Family Team
With a stellar career spanning more than 30 years, Ann Thomas is a specialist in…
August 29, 2024 By Stephens Scown
Relocating with children after divorce
What happens when a divorcee with children wants to relocate? Mark Smith, a leading family…
December 11, 2023 By Mark Smith
Divorce and Pensions Jargon Buster
The consideration of pensions and their values are a critical element of lots of matrimonial…
November 13, 2023 By Thea Bennun
Deemed service: how can I progress my divorce if my spouse won’t engage?
It is not that uncommon for an ex-spouse to fail to respond at all to…
October 20, 2023 By Stephens Scown
Can you apply for pension sharing orders if the pension is in payment?
When a couple divorce, the Court has a wide-ranging set of tools at its disposal…
October 17, 2023 By Andrew Barton
Divorce Finances – what to do if your spouse has tampered with bank statements
What can you do if you think your ex has tampered with bank statements or…
July 12, 2023 By Kirstin Sibley
Dealing with overseas pensions on divorce
What happens to overseas pensions when you divorce in England or Wales? Do pension sharing…
March 6, 2023 By Andrew Barton
My ex-spouse is living with someone else – do my obligations change?
If your ex-spouse or ex-civil partner is cohabiting with their partner and you have a…
January 4, 2023 By Stephens Scown
Maintenance Variation and Capitalisation in Later Life
What do you need to know about maintenance variation in later life? What are the…
July 1, 2022 By Sarah Walls