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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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The Beckhams and the art of mediation

The recent posting by Brooklyn Beckham will no doubt have intrigued many people as to the internal workings of the…
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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What is a MIAM – and why does it matter?

Thinking about applying to the family court? You’ll likely come across the term MIAM. But what does it actually involve,…
6 months ago
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Can I use secret recordings as evidence in the Family Court?

The rise of smartphones and discreet recording devices has made covert recording increasingly common, and within family law proceedings, parties…
7 months ago
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I think my ex is hiding assets from me during our divorce. What can I do?

Regardless of whether you and your spouse are divorcing amicably, hiding assets (or a suspicion of this) will invariably be…
7 months ago
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What Does a “Good Divorce” Really Mean?

Following Good Divorce Week, we want to remind everyone that these principles should guide us throughout the year, not just…
8 months ago
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Does an out of court divorce really exist in England and Wales?

For those considering divorce or separation, the prospect of the parties, and any children of the family, being involved in…
8 months ago
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Fact finding hearings – what are they and when are they needed?

Engaging in family court proceedings can be a daunting prospect, especially if there are allegations of domestic abuse or substance…
8 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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Love Island Winners … Can We Pull You For A Chat About Cohabitation Agreements?

As the sun sets on another season of Love Island, and the winning couple, Toni and Cach, head out into…
12 months ago
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Are Promises Made in Personal Relationships Always Legally Binding?

Paul Wild and Holly Cullen consider a recent case with Christina Haynes and millionaire ex-partner, Mark Austin, which has captured…
1 year ago