What Does the Financial Crisis Mean for My Divorce Settlement?
I recently came across a Twitter thread about a recent divorcee who was lamenting the…
How to Help Protect Your Business with a Prenuptial Agreement
It is becoming increasingly common for couples, when contemplating marriage, to enter into a prenup…
How Can I Benefit from Family Mediation?
In family mediation you and your ex-partner meet with a mediator to help you to…
Can I Keep the Dog? How Pets Are Treated in Divorce
When divorcing, most people will want expert legal advice relating to property, finances, assets, and…
Hawkins Family Law recommended as TOP-TIER FIRM in The Legal 500
We are delighted to announce that Hawkins Family Law has been recognised and recommended as…
5 Things People Don’t Know About Divorce
Thinking about getting divorced can be daunting. How much will it cost? How long will…
How to Prepare for Your First Meeting with Your Divorce Lawyer
The first meeting is primarily an exchange of information between solicitor and client. Your solicitor…
Child Arrangements: 3 signs it’s time to bring in the legal experts
Deciding to see a family lawyer after your relationship has ended is a significant decision…
One Fifth of Divorces Wrongly End Up in Court – what are the alternatives?
Last month, the BBC spoke with the president of the family courts in England and…
5 Things Everyone Should Know About Prenups
For many, prenups are part of the vocabulary of the rich and famous and often…
The 10 Most Common Misconceptions About Divorce
Divorce can and should be a straightforward process. Unfortunately, there are a great many misconceptions…
Why You Need a Cohabitation Agreement
You have reached the point in your relationship where you have decided to move in…