• Contempt of court in family proceedings

    When a family dispute reaches the court, emotions can be intense, as all other options for resolution have typically bee

  • 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

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    Do I have to agree to a prenup?

    If you've received a prenuptial agreement (commonly known as a ‘prenup’), hopefully, it doesn't come as a surprise. Thes

  • 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

  • The role of CAFCASS in a court case about child arrangements

    The Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (CAFCASS) works with families who need to go to court to sett

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    Six reasons why you may need a cohabitation agreement

    Moving in together is an important and exciting step in a relationship. Whether you are moving into a house or apartment

  • Is a postnuptial agreement part of your family business succession plan?

    The 2020s have been called ‘The Great Wealth Transfer,’ as £1 trillion of wealth built up by the ‘baby boomers’ is expec

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    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

  • Understanding Parental Alienation: A Guide for Families

    Every year, April 25th is Parental Alienation Awareness Day. It's a day that might not stand out on many calendars, but

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    What to do if your former partner is not complying with a child arrangement order?

    A child arrangement order (sometimes referred to as a CAO) is a court order which provides for a child to spend time wit

  • 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

  • Guide to direct access arrangements for children

    Being separated from your child can be heart-wrenching, and yet some parents have to overcome some significant hurdles t

  • 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

  • Divorce Money Business

    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

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    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

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    Contact arrangements for children – indirect contact

    Along with the welfare issues to be considered when thinking how to meet your child’s needs, parents who are separating

  • Agreeing access arrangements for children – welfare considerations

    A relationship breakdown often means a dramatic change in life for all involved and when parents live apart, arrangement

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    Changes ahead in capital gains tax rules for divorcing couples  

    At present, no capital gains tax (CGT) is charged on a transfer of assets between a married couple or civil partners who

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    Is a prenup part of your wedding planning?

    Hotels and wedding venues are busy hosting wedding fairs and gearing up for the wedding season, with everyone focused on

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    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

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    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 £

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    Could my marriage be invalid?

    Sadly, there are people who have believed they were legally married, only to find out years later their marriage was inv

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    Enforcing child contact arrangements

    Following the breakdown of a relationship, most parents can reach an agreement amicably regarding the arrangements for c

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    Posting about a family dispute? You may want to think twice.

    It is forecast that, by the end of this year, 90 per cent of the UK adult population will use a social media account at

  • Parental Rights in IVF and Assisted Conception Explained

    Nearly 60,000 people have benefited from invitro fertilisation (IVF) and donor insemination at HFEA licensed fertility c

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    Is your Pre-nuptial Agreement strategic business risk management?

    Managing risk is an essential part of any business operation and while personal relationships do not often appear high o

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    Can a non-molestation order prevent someone bothering me?

    Domestic abuse can impact men and women, of any age or race and is seen across all parts of society.  Unfortunately, sta

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    Why the voice of the child is important in Mediation

    Mediation usually takes place between separated parents when they cannot agree on what arrangements should be in place f

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    Don’t rule out Mediation in relation to domestic abuse.

    If you have come out of a relationship involving domestic abuse, you will have the challenging task of needing to make a

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    Resolving a family dispute over the choice of a child’s school

    Parents will always strive to do what is best for their children, but for separated parents this can sometimes lead to d

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    Freezing Injunction: Protecting Marital Assets Effectively

    When a relationship ends, disputes over financial settlements can sometimes lead to unacceptable behavior. Typically, th

  • Divorce Money Business

    Valuing a private company or family business in a divorce settlement

    Running your own business can be the fulfilment of a lifelong dream, but it also brings stresses and strains which somet

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    Alcohol Misuse and Family Arrangements: Key Insights

    While many adults drink alcohol responsibly, unfortunately there is a significant percentage of the adult population in

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    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

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    Can we finalise our divorce before the house is sold?

    For the majority of people, their most significant asset is the family home. So, it is not surprising that when it comes

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    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

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    Should you sign a prenuptual agreement?

    Bringing up the subject of a prenuptial agreement can be as daunting as popping the question, perhaps more so as it rais

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    Agreeing time with your children following separation

    A separation will inevitably mean a change in the family dynamic, and you may be concerned about what this will mean for

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    Going through a family break-up? Let Laceys help, whatever the situation.

    If you are facing the stress of a relationship breakdown you need a legal representative on your side who you can trust

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    Christmas Holidays. How to make sure they stay magical for your children.

    The end of term is when children should burst gleefully out of school doors, excited at the prospect of spending a fun p