Family help and advice

Parental Responsibility: Understanding Your Rights and How to Apply

For many families the issue of parental responsibility may never even be considered to be an issue. However, in more complicated family setups it can become important to understand the nature of parental responsibility and how to apply for it.

Children advice

What is Mediation and Why is It Important?

Mediation is considered to be one of the most effective ways to solve disputes without the need for litigation.

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What Are Prenuptial Agreements?

It is strongly advised that you hire a solicitor for a prenuptial agreement. You and your partner will need to seek separate legal advice to avoid a conflict of interests.

Relationship advice

Navigating Holiday Arrangements and Mediation in Divorce

With the holiday season just around the corner, many parents in the UK will be preparing to care for their children over the Christmas break. In cases where parents are separated or divorced, this can be a particularly delicate matter – even leading to conflict over where a child will be on key dates such as Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.

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Divorce in England and Wales: Can You Divorce If Married Abroad?

The idea of getting married abroad can be an appealing one. In fact, the latest statistics estimate that almost 1 in 4 couples now decide to marry abroad each year. Warm weather, smaller guest lists, combining the ceremony with the honeymoon – these are among the main reasons given for jetting off to complete nuptials.

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Do I Need a Solicitor If I'm Getting Divorced?

Divorce is among the hardest experiences a person can go through in life. Regardless of the situation, a divorce is destined to be filled with many difficult decisions – no matter how unfriendly or amicable. Shared financial interests and child custody are just two of the big issues that typically require the input of a qualified legal advisor.

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Navigating Divorce with Children: A Comprehensive Guide for Parents

Deciding to divorce when you have children can be emotional. Parents worry about how children will take the news and the changing dynamic in the family home.

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Navigating Separation with Family Mediation: A Guide for Couples

Separation is a difficult time for any family. Agreeing to bring an end to a partnership and take different paths in life not only has an impact on the couple at the heart of the break-up, but often the wider family and children involved.

Breakup advice

Understanding Cohabitation Agreements in the UK

There are millions of couples in the UK who share their lives without formally agreeing their relationship in the eyes of the law.

Relationship advice