Effective Succession Planning for Family Businesses
Family businesses form the backbone of our economy, yet a staggering 69% of owners lack a detailed succession plan, and
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
Do you have a policy for keeping in touch during family leave?
Returning to work from family leave can be a significant adjustment for some employees. As well as the practical conside
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
What is Nominal Spouse Maintenance and do I need to worry?
During mediation, couples often prefer a "clean break" in their financial settlement, meaning they are free of any furth
The advantages of mediation to resolve a family dispute
‘All conflicts are capable of peaceful resolution,’ said Nelson Mandela, although it may be hard to envisage this when y
OurFamilyWizard – An invaluable aid for co-parenting
Effective parenting communication is crucial if children are to survive unscathed (both emotionally and physically) thei
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
Mediation voucher scheme paying couples £500 to divorce out of court extended
Laceys Mediation signed are pleased to announce the The Ministry of Justice Family Mediation Voucher Scheme has receiv
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
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
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
Experiencing family issues? Find out how you could receive £500 off family mediation.
Laceys Mediation have signed up to The Ministry of Justice Family Mediation Voucher Scheme which goes live today, 1st A
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
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
Covid-19. What happens to families with Child Arrangement Orders?
When a family experience divorce or separation, there is a seismic shift in their lives, most notably for children, who
Helping support families with relationship issues during Covid-19
These are very worrying times for the health of the nation. Life as we knew it has, for the moment at least, changed dra
The benefits of Mediation over Litigation
Following is words from an American Attorney on the benefits of Mediation.... “Many people who have never been involved
What is ‘fair’ when it comes to dividing family assets?
How often have we heard our clients say, “I just want what’s fair”, when discussing how their family assets should be di
VOICE OF THE CHILD
Long gone are the days of ‘Children should be seen and not heard’ with greater effort now being made by the family justi
Moving On? Let us help you make the right choice to stay in control of your separation.
The decision to separate can be very difficult and stressful, even for those couples who resolved long ago that their re
Make sure their Christmas stays magical.
We all remember the magical excitement of Christmas from our childhood, and as adults, we strive to recreate this for ou
Moving forward with Mediation
One of our ground rules for mediation sessions reads: ‘You will not dwell on the past, but instead will focus on future
Mediation – A real crucible for change
At Laceys Mediation we acknowledge that many separated couples are facing many challenges in attempting to re-establish
Mediation Explained – Listen to our Radio Interview
Gemma Burden, one of our partners who is charge of the Mediation Department, talking with Jonathan Hines from UK Talk