Separating parents – do I need a Court Order?
The simple answer to this question is, unless there is a dispute between the parents…
November 10, 2025 By Alexandra Pitts
Supporting “Good Divorce Week 2025” – is there a better way?
The family team at Stephens Scown are members of Resolution, the national body of family lawyers…
November 10, 2025 By Lizzie Smith
Parental Consent & School – when parents don’t agree
When children require parental consent to take part in certain activities at school, what happens…
November 7, 2025 By Mark Smith
How we’ve helped: reasonable adjustments for staff with disabilities
There are myriad reasons why it can benefit employers to proactively support employees with disabilities…
November 6, 2025 By Stephens Scown
Employee Owners Knowledge Sharing – Role Models
The November 2025 Employee Owners Knowledge Share focused on the topic: role models. We were…
November 4, 2025 By Sam Moles
The Latest Charity Commission News and Updates – October 2025
The latest Charity Commission news and updates as of October 2025. The Charity Commission has…
November 3, 2025 By Neve McLennan
Do you need a Court Order to see your children?
In the continuation of our Private Family Law series, this article looks at whether or…
November 3, 2025 By Alexandra Pitts
Cyber Security Awareness Month: A timely reminder for businesses to prioritise protection and partnership
As October draws to a close, we consider the lessons learnt from Cyber Security Awareness…
October 31, 2025 By Stephens Scown
First steps after court issues a children application
Once it has been agreed that the application can be issued and the court issues…
October 31, 2025 By Elizabeth Ferguson
Parental Responsibility – Step-Parents
We are often asked whether step-parents hold parental responsibility for children. The short answer is…
October 31, 2025 By Elizabeth Ferguson
What happens when parents hold very different religious views upon separation?
The subject of religion can be a very difficult and complex area to negotiate in…
October 31, 2025 By Elizabeth Ferguson
Do you need consent to move abroad with your child?
Do separated parents need consent if they want to move abroad with their child? The…
October 31, 2025 By Elizabeth Ferguson