How to split Christmas between separated parents
This article is primarily about Christmas, although a number of the principles and issues can…
November 24, 2025 By Alexandra Pitts
When can my child decide on contact?
When can my child decide on contact? The strict answer to this question is on…
November 21, 2025 By Mark Smith
What is a Parenting Plan?
In the event of parents separating and reaching full agreement about what arrangements should be…
November 18, 2025 By Edward Bidder
Separated Parents – who can you bring children into contact with?
Who are you allowed to bring your children into contact with and what happens if…
November 17, 2025 By Alexandra Pitts
Arrangements for parental attendance at child appointments
It is appropriate and indeed necessary for there to be parental attendance at child appointments,…
November 14, 2025 By Mark Smith
Parental Responsibility: What Does It Really Mean in Law?
Why is it essential for parents, carers and legal professionals to understand what Parental Responsibility…
November 14, 2025 By Edward Bidder
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
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
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
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