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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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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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“Help! I found out my ex-partner is moving abroad tomorrow with our child”.

Learning that your child’s other parent or guardian intends to move abroad and take your child with them can be…
1 year ago
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Will disputes, Trust disputes. The role of mediation

“Roses are red Violets are blue I like going to Court So why don’t you?”…
1 year ago
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Collaborative Law for pre-nuptial agreements

Collaborative law is a legal process that works within family law that enables parties to take a positive decision to…
1 year ago
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Exploring Your Options: Out of Court Dispute Resolution for Separation and Divorce

Any form of separation and divorce can be a challenging time, both emotionally and financially, but resolving disputes doesn’t always…
2 years ago
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Family law update following the recent Spring Budget

The Spring Budget, announced by Jeremy Hunt in March 2024, confirmed an investment of £170 million to deliver “a justice…
2 years ago