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Birdnesting: A Modern Twist on Post‑Separation Parenting

When parents separate, questions about child maintenance often sit alongside decisions about how a child’s time will be shared….
6 months ago
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Do I need to pay Child Maintenance if I have Equal Shared Care?

Equal shared care doesn’t automatically remove child maintenance obligations. Recent case law clarifies when the CMS has jurisdiction and when…
6 months ago
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Who Gets the Kids? The Truth About Child Arrangements in UK Law 

Forget the custody myth – discover how family courts in England and Wales focus on child welfare, shared care, and…
9 months ago
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Grey Divorce: Navigating Separation in Later Life

When a relationship breaks down, one of the first practical questions many people ask is whether they can leave the…
11 months ago
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Do I Have to Stay in the House Until the Divorce Is Finalised?

When a relationship breaks down, one of the first practical questions many people ask is whether they can leave the…
11 months ago
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Back-to-School and Separation: Starting Divorce Proceedings in the UK

The end of summer often brings reflection. For some couples, the holidays have highlighted long-standing issues, and the decision to…
11 months ago
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How Much Should I Tell My Teen About My Divorce? Balancing Curiosity with Boundaries

12 months ago
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Parental Responsibility and Same-Sex Parents: What You Need to Know

For all parents, understanding who has Parental Responsibility (PR) is an important step in securing your child’s legal and emotional…
1 year ago
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Maintenance and Asset Division: How will my separation affect my standard of living?

Sarah Speed and Alexandra Hawkes of our Family team share insights on the realities of maintaining your lifestyle during and…
2 years ago
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Brangelina’s Split: Long Divorces, Private Judges and Family Businesses

The divorce of Hollywood power couple Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie has finally concluded after a staggering eight years of…
2 years ago
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Family Law Unwrapped: Our Family Wizard – discussing the importance of parenting apps and parental communication

In this episode of the Family Law series, we speak to James Evans of Our Family Wizard regarding how parenting…
2 years ago
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Co-parenting Christmas Traditions: Creating a peaceful holiday for you & your children

The festive season is a time of joy, but for those navigating post-separation or post-divorce life, it can also bring…
2 years ago