Parental responsibility – Step-Parents
In this series we are talking about parental responsibility. For more information on what parental…
February 22, 2024 By Alexandra Pitts
When can my child decide on contact?
When can my child decide on contact? The strict answer to this question is on…
February 20, 2024 By Peter Marshall
Can spouses and civil partners expect equality under the Inheritance Act?
Since the change in the law permitting opposite-sex couples to enter into civil partnerships in…
February 19, 2024 By Harriet Wigmore
What is family solicitor-assisted mediation?
Whilst traditional family mediation is a common route for divorcing couples, it is not always…
February 15, 2024 By Stephens Scown
How can I help my children through a divorce?
Emotions can run high during the break down of a marriage and this can have…
February 14, 2024 By Tamsin Best
Research from the Pensions Policy Institute shows a notable “gender pension gap”
Recent research from the Pensions Policy Institute shows a notable “gender pension gap” between men…
February 14, 2024 By Benitia Knowles-Wright
What happens if one partner dies during a divorce?
If one spouse dies before the divorce is finalised, what happens? Does the process continue?…
February 12, 2024 By Jasmine Davey
Property Claims – is a verbal agreement binding?
The short answer is no, verbal agreements in relation to property are not binding. This…
February 9, 2024 By Anna Garde-Evans
Richard Branson’s support for pre-nups sparks debate
One of the UK's highest profile business men has endorsed the use of pre-nuptial agreements…
February 8, 2024 By Andrew Barton
Transparency pilot – the future of family courts
The transparency pilot is one of the recommendations proposed by Rt Hon. Sir Andrew McFarlane,…
February 8, 2024 By Jasmine Davey
Financial provision in divorce – Can bad behaviour be taken into account?
One of the questions that is frequently asked by clients is whether their partner’s bad…
February 8, 2024 By Harriet Wigmore
Divorce court fees set to rise?
The Government have announced proposals to increase a number of court fees by 10% in…
February 7, 2024 By Lizzie Smith