Although a second lockdown comes into force this week, there are some differences in the restrictions being imposed this time round. One of them being that children can still attend school. However, the current situation and uncertainty – coupled with…
After the government suggested that couples may like to lockdown together, many couples jumped into a cohabitating relationship far quicker than they might otherwise. But how many have considered the legal implications of cohabitation during lockdown? For example, if your…
The media have reported an alarming increase in reports of domestic abuse in the weeks since the UK has been on lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic. The reasons why domestic abuse is on the increase during lockdown may relate…
During these unprecedented times, with lockdown continuing and uncertainty about how or when it will cease, it may be harder than ever to co-operate with an ex-partner over contact with your child(ren). In these circumstances, how to manage co-parenting during…
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…
Those managing a divorce during lockdown or considering divorce will have some questions about how proceedings will be affected as the pandemic extends across the UK. Below I have outlined some of the issues couples will be faced with over…