Category: Family and Divorce
Blended families come with their own unique challenges. Often, when parents remarry or cohabit, they bring together children from previous relationships, creating new family structures that may involve complex dynamics. As families try to navigate this new reality, they often encounter practical issues such as the organising the children’s schedules, and working around the parents’ […]
Divorce and separation can often be a stressful and adversarial life event that can leave families with long-lasting emotional and financial consequences. The process of dividing assets, determining child arrangements, and negotiating support can quickly escalate into conflict, making it difficult to find a solution that is fair and respectful for everyone involved. An alternative […]
Family Mediation Week 2025 brought attention to the importance of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Family Law. This year, the spotlight was on the growing role of the Mediation Voucher Scheme, which supports families in resolving disputes outside of the court system. With a newly approved extension of the Mediation Voucher Scheme, even more families […]
As the Christmas season approaches, the air becomes chillier and anticipation and excitement builds. The festive season is a time of joy, celebration and family get-togethers, particularly for children who eagerly await the magic of Christmas however, for separated parents, it can also be a period of stress and conflict, particularly when there is no […]
Separation and divorce can be an extremely difficult and emotional time for everyone involved, even more so if you have children together, and it may feel to most that a “healthy divorce” is just not viable. Achieving a healthy divorce doesn’t just help separating couples, it also greatly benefits children. Co-parenting can be difficult, especially with […]
Divorce is never an easy process, and one of the most challenging aspects can be understanding what you’re entitled to when it comes to finances and assets. Many people enter into divorce proceedings with preconceived notions of what they should receive, only to find that the reality is quite different. This blog will guide you […]
Divorce can be a challenging and emotional time, with a lot to think about. One of the most significant aspects of the process is sorting out your finances. But where do you start? Understanding the financial disclosure process is crucial in ensuring a fair settlement, and in the UK, this often involves completing a Form […]
Around this time of the year, often an issue that separated parents face is deciding what school their child should attend. This is a big decision in your child’s life, and it is important to start the discussions with the other parent as early as possible and even have a look all the potential schools […]
The cost of living crisis in the UK has profoundly impacted various aspects of life, including the emotional and financial dynamics of divorcing couples. As inflation rises and household budgets are stretched thin, the complexities of divorce become even more challenging. Here, we explore how the economic strain has reshaped the landscape for couples navigating […]
