Can divorcing couples share one lawyer is a question we get asked. The traditional legal model has seen solicitors only being able to act for one party to a dispute to ensure that no conflict of interest arises in the dispute. However,…
Stonewalling is a form of emotional withdrawal where one partner shuts down communication, avoiding meaningful interaction. This behaviour goes beyond a temporary pause in conflict, creating an environment of rejection, dismissal, and emotional neglect. Stonewalling can deeply damage a partner’s…
A type of emotional abuse that often leave people feeling confused and insecure, gaslighting undermines a person’s confidence in their own perceptions, memories, and experiences. The following article looks at gaslighting in relationships, how to identify it, and the steps…
During a divorce or civil partnership dissolution, a dispute about the property you live in will be very worrying. To help protect your rights to occupy or share in the value of your shared home during this time, you should…
To resolve disputes about property ownership or occupancy after a marriage ends, a Property Adjustment Order helps achieve a fair distribution of property based on each person’s financial needs, contributions, and circumstances.
An annulment is a legal route to declaring a marriage null and void and not legally valid. It is a legal procedure governed by strict criteria and can have implications for both parties. The following article explains more about the…
Many couples live together without marrying but it’s important to understand that legal protections for unmarried partners differ significantly from those for married couples. Here’s what you need to know about financial rights of unmarried couples living together.
Platonic co-parenting is an arrangement where people decide to raise a child together without being romantically involved. For those who would like to become parents but who do not have a romantic partner, and those who would prefer to share…
Leaving people feeling trapped, isolated, and powerless, coercive control is a pattern of abusive behaviour designed to manipulate and dominate another person in a relationship. In this article we outline what coercive control is, the signs to look for, how…
False accusations of domestic abuse can be devastating for those accused, affecting their personal life, reputation, and having legal or custodial consequences. If you are falsely accused, it is important to speak to a specialist family law solicitor to understand…