A common concern in divorce is how much it will cost. The costs involved will vary depending on complexity of the divorce and the engagement with the process from both parties. We recommend talking to a family law solicitor about…
A Non-Molestation Order is a Court order that prevents your spouse or ex-partner from intimidating or harassing, in addition to using or threatening violence against you or your children. In making these orders, the Court has the discretion to include…
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse, it’s vital to understand the steps you can take to protect yourself. This article outlines what you can do to help protect yourself from domestic abuse, including seeking legal protections…
Divorce and the dissolution of a civil partnership can be a distressing, confusing and a generally frustrating time. As experienced divorce solicitors, we share advice below on how to best manage a divorce. Read on to discover what to expect…
There are many solicitors who undertake work in relation to family law. It is possible that by the time you feel that you need to contact a family solicitor, you will have already been through quite an emotional period. Therefore,…
It has now been a several weeks (and months) since the Covid-19 outbreak forced us all into a different way of working, and the Family Courts had to adapt – just like us all – to how hearings could take…
The President of the Family Division, Sir Andrew McFarlane, (hereafter referred to as the President) recently handed down judgement in an appeal from a private law children decision. The judgement was handed down on 6th May 2020 and below is…
As a consequence of the current epidemic and the paring back of essential services, a number of hearings in the Court’s diary have been adjourned – essentially, deferred to a later date when resources allow them to be considered. If…
There is a lot of confusion surrounding child arrangements and lockdown and what should and shouldn't be done. Let's take a look at the most commonly asked questions. Firstly, separated parents of children in dispute over the child arrangements broadly…
The current situation caused by Coronavirus is ever-evolving and a constant source of conjecture, and for some, fear. As we know, the Prime Minister recently imposed measures for us all to remain in our homes except for specified, essential workers…