Author: Phoebe Smithdale

£500 Mediation Voucher Scheme In addition to the good news that Spring has sprung and…

Coercive and Controlling Behaviour  Effective as of 29 December 2015, section 76 of the Serious…

Beyond the Grave: Pensions on Divorce or Separation  Most people, and even many lawyers, are not aware of the claims they may have on their…

On Saturday 19th December, the government announced a surprising adjustment to their Covid rules over the Christmas period. The previously promised 5 day relaxation of the rules had now changed.

This Christmas will be hard for lots of people across the UK, not least families in the process of a divorce or separation. Here are some of our tips for coping over the festive season.

The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has been felt in all areas of life – lots of the people worst affected are devastatingly losing jobs, homes and/or contact with their families. This has led to much uncertainty…

‘Parental alienation’ is increasingly being recognised in family courts for its significant effect on children’s feelings and wishes, making it difficult for the court to accurately ascertain what a child truly wants free from undue influence or parental pressure.

The number of couples signing pre-nuptial agreements before marrying is growing, and it’s no longer just the rich and famous who are planning how their assets will be split if the marriage breaks down.

A couple’s living status in England and Wales can affect whether or not this country’s courts have jurisdiction to deal with their divorce proceedings

Due to lockdown and social distancing guidelines, the current default position is for remote hearings…