In recent years we have seen possibly the biggest change in the family law system for some time with the No Fault Divorce system. With that issue now dealt with the government are now due to publish a consultation on the rights of cohabiting couples next...
Statistics suggest that the first quarter of the year is where the most divorces are started. January 2nd typically is termed “Divorce Day” Whilst the Office of National statistics show that there were 27,908 divorces commenced in England and...
Going through a relationship breakdown can be an extremely stressful situation. However for those either serving in the armed forces or married to someone in the armed forces, there are additional considerations to factor in. This blog aims to set out these...
The short answer is yes. In 2022 the law changed to a no fault divorce system. This means that, provided you have been married for over a year, parties can apply for a divorce without one party having to blame the other for the breakdown of the marriage....
As a parent the summer holidays can be a chance to spend quality time with the children ahead of the new school term. Often it’s the time most families plan their annual trips away. This process can become difficult for separating couples as the...
With January, a sad trend known as Divorce Day happens on the first working day of the year. This article aims to answer some of the key questions you may have and hopefully provide some reassurance. How long will a Divorce take? Will I be...
With Christmas just around the corner it’s really important to start the preparations early, making sure everything for the special day is in place. For separated couples, one of the most important considerations will often be the arrangements for...
It is sad to say that in many relationships domestic abuse is becoming a more common feature. Sadly, this does not always end on the relationship breaking down. This article aims to help identify the 7 different types of abuse that can happen after a relationship ends and what can then be done to assist people.
On the 24th March the Ministry of Justice announced their plans to make mediation mandatory in all family cases unless there are allegations or a history of domestic violence or safeguarding issues. To help families we will see the government’s Family...
There is a common myth, which I have heard clients repeat that “If I built the asset up before the marriage, it can’t be claimed against”. Unfortunately this is not necessarily the case, and with multiple and later life marriages becoming...
What is Mediation? Mediation is a place where you and your ex-partner can discuss your issues with a trained mediator present who can facilitate a constructive conversation, stop your emotions taking over, try to help you see both sides of the issue and...
I have written last year, about the change to the Divorce Law, which was implemented on 6th April 2022. The change that many wanted, and that after years (possibly decades) of lobbying we now have. I spent some time exploring how the change in the law has...
Last September, I explored whether or not children should receive the Covid-19 vaccination. One year on, where are we now and how does the Court view the issue? 2020 In the case of K (A Child: permission to vaccinate) [2020] EWHC 3775 (Fam), the Court...
Throughout March and April 2022 you will most likely have heard or seen in the the news, the revolutionary change to the Law; the introduction of no-fault divorce, after many, many years of lobbying. Prior to the Divorce, Dissolution and...
There are many decisions which arise in a child’s life that can cause conflict between separated parents; what name they should be known by, whether they should be raised vegan, where or how they should be educate, what religion they follow. However,...
It has been announced that the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020, which will allow couples to get divorced without putting one of them at fault, will come onto force on the 6 April 2022. This is somewhat later than it was hoped, as the Act was...
On Monday 23 March 2020 Boris Johnson informed the nation that it will no longer be permitted to leave your home unless you are carrying out one of the following: Essential food shopping Essential work Obtaining medicine/attending to medical needs Daily...
