Relocation, School Places and What Separated Parents Need to Know When a relationship or marriage ends, life keeps moving forward for both parents. New jobs, new relationships, and new living arrangements are often all part of that next chapter. However, when one...
Family law
Who Owns the Dog if We Were Never Married?
Separation is hard enough when there is the legal framework of a divorce to work through. For couples who were never married, untangling a shared life can feel even more uncertain, particularly when it comes to something as personal as a beloved pet. In follow-up to...
Pets and Divorce: Who Keeps the Family Dog?
Dealing with a divorce or separation includes many challenges, and when pets are involved, things can become more complex for those involved, often heightening emotions and stress. For many pet owners, their animals are not just pets; they are beloved companions and...
Top Tips for Effective Family Mediation
Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) that involves the parties who are in dispute meeting with an independent, neutral third party (the mediator) to discuss their issues and reach a mutually acceptable agreement. It can be a highly effective...
Why Unmarried Couples Need a Cohabitation Agreement
It may not be the most traditional of Valentine’s gifts, but unmarried couples who are living together would be advised to ditch the chocolates or flowers this February and consider making a cohabitation agreement instead. According to the latest figures from...
Benefits of Mediation for Divorce or Separation
Mediation is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) that is used in family law to help resolve disputes without having to go to court. Family mediation offers a non-confrontational environment where parties work together alongside an independent,...
How Can I Agree with my Ex-Partner over Child Arrangements?
A divorce or separation is always difficult, but when there are children involved, it is especially hard. Agreeing with an ex-partner on arrangements for your children after a break-up is a priority for both parents. Important decisions about your children’s...
What is a Court of Protection Deputy?
The Court of Protection is a legal entity that helps individuals who have lost the mental capacity to make decisions about their affairs. An individual may lack capacity for various reasons, such as if they are living with Alzheimer’s or dementia, if they have a...
Parental Responsibility and Jade’s Law
One of the final pieces of legislation to be passed before the dissolution of the previous government was the Victims and Prisoners Bill, which received royal assent at the end of May 2024. The new Act aims to improve the support and guidance offered to victims of...
Do I Need a Solicitor for a Divorce? Family Law Questions Answered
Family lawyers offer support, guidance, and invaluable specialist advice during many of the most difficult times of people’s lives. Whether you are looking for information on cohabitation agreements, have a query about a financial issue on divorce, or need the...