Arbitration in Family Law: A Solution for Divorce Issues?
When going through a divorce or deciding child arrangements after a relationship breakdown, there are various routes to
How will a potential bankruptcy be treated in my divorce?
In the year ending 30 April 2024, one in 463 adults in England and Wales entered insolvency. Financial pressures can oft
Future Earnings and Divorce Settlements: What to Know
If you are contemplating getting divorced then your future financial security is likely to be a key concern, particularl
How are gifts treated in divorce or dissolution of a civil partnership?
The Government’s 2022 English Housing Survey reported that 27 per cent of first-time buyers used gifts from family or fr
Effective Tips to Resolve Christmas Arrangements for Separated Parents
December brings for children the excitement and anticipation of Christmas. But for separated parents it can bring additi
Is it possible to divorce a person who lacks mental capacity?
Anyone contemplating divorce or dissolution of a civil partnership will have many things to consider, but you are likely
Can I get a divorce in England or Wales?
You may have read in the news of many wealthy international divorces occurring in England, such as the divorce of the Du
Can I amend our divorce settlement due to a chronic health condition?
During a divorce or dissolution of a civil partnership, there are a number of factors that must be taken into account wh
Preventing the dissipation of assets in divorce
Divorce can often stir up feelings of mistrust between former spouses, especially when it comes to considering the finan
How do we deal with our mortgage during a divorce?
With interest rates and the cost-of-living crisis in the headlines on a daily basis, mortgage affordability is a key con
Crypto assets and a divorce settlement
According to a report by Forbes Magazine in September 2022 there are now more than 20,000 crypto currencies worth a coll
Is your Will still valid after your divorce?
Lots of people make a Will when they get married. What happens to that Will when the relationship breaks down? Divorce
Changes ahead in capital gains tax rules for divorcing couples Â
At present, no capital gains tax (CGT) is charged on a transfer of assets between a married couple or civil partners who
Step-by-step guide to no fault divorce
Since April 2022, couples have been able to seek a divorce after one year of marriage without having to blame their form
Who pays private school fees after divorce or separation?
According to the Financial Times the average fee for independent schools is now over £15,000 a year for day pupils and £
What to Expect at FDR Hearings in Divorce Proceedings
If you are applying for a financial order as part of your divorce then the court will list your case in for a financial
Can you really have a clean break after divorce?
Many people mistakenly believe that a divorce severs financial ties between those formerly but that is not automatically
Rights of Adult Children in Divorce: Living at Home
Research by Loughborough University shows a sharp rise in the so called ‘boomerang’ generation of young adults returning
Top tips from a child’s perspective for separated parents.
The Family Justice Young People’s Board (FJYPB) are a group of over 50 children and young people aged between 7 and 25 y
Do we need to formalise our separation?
If you are coming out of a relationship, whether you were cohabiting, married or in a civil partnership, you may be wond