Divorce & Family Law News & Insight

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24th April 2025

Financial remedy court proceedings: A new way to speed the process up?

Every year, thousands of divorcing couples who are unable to agree how their assets should be divided will bring a financial remedy claim in the family court. Associate Solicitor Nicola Starbuck explains a new express procedure being piloted.

Read article by Nicola Starbuck

Do Grandparents Have a Legal Right to See Their Grandchildren?

A frequent question that often arises in family law is whether grandparents have an automatic right to have contact with their grandchildren. Unfortunately, grandparents do not.

Read article by Louise Dawson

27th February 2025

Family Mediation Week (27th Jan - 31st Jan 2025)

This week is Family Mediation Week - an ideal opportunity for anyone considering mediation to find out more about the process and how it can benefit them. The Family Mediation Council has organised a series of webinars which can be viewed free.

Read article by Judith Wheeler

27th January 2025

Family Mediation and Collaborative Divorce - Divorce Doesn’t Have to Mean Conflict

Separation and divorce can be an emotional and financial strain for all parties involved, especially when there are children of the family to consider. The conflict can leave families feeling bitter and resentful, however there are alternatives...

Read article by Judith Wheeler

6th January 2025

Child Maintenance - What is it and How is it Assessed?

If you are separated from your spouse or partner and do not live in the same property as your child, you will need to pay child maintenance. Read Nicola's guide to Child Maintenance and how it is assessed.

Read article by Nicola Starbuck

16th December 2024

Christmas is for Children.... Navigating Holiday Contact Arrangements with Your Ex-Partner

Whilst Christmas is meant to be the “most wonderful time of the year”, with the background chaos that the festive period can bring, it's vital that you agree with your ex-partner what time your children should spend with you both over Christmas.

Read article by Judith Wheeler

19th November 2024

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