Children Act – parental responsibility
The concept of parental responsibility came into law in 1989 with the enactment of the…
December 19, 2022 By Peter Marshall
School fees and university costs – who foots the bill?
Private school fees can be a massive concern when there is a breakdown in the…
November 14, 2022 By Sarah Atkinson
Veganism, vegetarianism & day-to-day childcare
One of the areas where dispute often arises between parents is the day-to-day care that…
October 3, 2022 By Peter Marshall
Divorce – Holding monies in a trust?
Families often make provisions for their children by using trusts. This can be with the…
September 30, 2022 By Stephens Scown
What happens when parents have opposing views on medical treatment for their children?
The issue of vaccines and other forms of medical treatment can, on occasion, cause significant…
August 18, 2022 By Peter Marshall
Tax Planning for Families – the benefits of pre and post-nuptial agreements
With the ever-looming possibility of increased Capital Taxes, many families are currently considering tax planning,…
July 1, 2022 By Sarah Atkinson
The Split and family nesting arrangements
The popular BBC drama The Split (Episode 3 of Series 3) introduced the subject of…
April 27, 2022 By Stephens Scown
Choosing Schools When Parents Don’t Agree
At this time of year if your child is in their last year of primary…
March 14, 2022 By Stephens Scown
What Are Private Family Law Proceedings?
There are some common misconceptions around private family law proceedings. This is the first article…
January 17, 2022 By Peter Marshall
Do I have to provide contact for my children and my ex?
Do you have to provide contact with your children for your former partner? The answer…
January 17, 2022 By Peter Marshall
Number of children in care at all-time high
Why are there so many children in care and so many "looked after" children, and…
January 4, 2022 By Edward Bidder
Co-Parenting – the key to success
For separated parents or those contemplating separation, the festive season is a good time to…
November 29, 2021 By Mark Smith