What is solicitor led mediation and can it help to resolve my finances on divorce?
Solicitor led mediation is a specific type of mediation, which is a very popular method…
August 1, 2024 By Tyler Richards
Advice for splitting school holidays and special days
There are lots of potential arrangements for separated parents when it comes to splitting school…
July 30, 2024 By Peter Marshall
Changing schools when parents don’t agree
Which parent should decide where their child goes to school? If both parents have ‘parental…
July 29, 2024 By Sarah Bell
Court of Appeal case redefines mingling of non-matrimonial property on divorce
The Court of Appeal case of Standish v Standish was handed down on 23 May…
July 26, 2024 By Andrew Barton
Divorce – the benefits of a private FDR
One of the tools that we have increasingly been using, particularly for busy clients is…
July 26, 2024 By Sarah Walls
Is future inheritance considered on divorce?
We are regularly asked whether the future inheritance prospects of a client or their spouse…
July 24, 2024 By Sarah Walls
Public sector defined benefit pension CEVs and divorce
A pension’s cash equivalent transfer value (CEV) is the value placed on the underlying benefits…
July 23, 2024 By Andrew Barton
Do you have to give school updates to the other parent?
Are you required to provide school reports and educational updates to the other parent? The…
July 22, 2024 By Alexandra Pitts
Stephens Scown recognised in prestigious High Net Worth legal guide
Stephens Scown, a leading South West law firm, has announced that four of its Partners…
July 18, 2024 By Stephens Scown
What is an Occupation Order and how could one help a difficult living situation?
If living in the same property as another person becomes unbearable, it may be possible…
July 16, 2024 By Kai Whicker
Permission to appeal
Often following the outcome of family proceedings one or may be more of the parties…
July 15, 2024 By Stephens Scown
Embracing New Opportunities: Upskilling and Retraining for a Bright Future
Going through a separation or divorce can be incredibly challenging, often bringing about a need…
July 15, 2024 By Guest Blogger