The ex-files: preventing financial claims from a former partner
Often hearing from an ex-partner when you thought the relationship was in the past brings…
October 1, 2021 By Stephens Scown
The Split – pre-nups fact checked
[No spoilers] Last night, BBC1 saw the return of divorce law drama, The Split. The…
September 28, 2021 By Stephens Scown
No-Fault Divorce – available from 6 April 2022
The long awaited no-fault divorce process will now be available to use from 6 April…
September 28, 2021 By Sarah Atkinson
Relocating with children during lockdown – what are the rules?
As our third lockdown proceeds, the challenges faced by parents continue. More often than not,…
September 28, 2021 By Stephens Scown
What do I do if my spouse keeps making applications in our divorce?
A lessor known provision, the Civil Restraint Order, could help people whose spouse repeatedly makes…
September 28, 2021 By Philippa Leaity
Dividing personal belongings on divorce – coming to an agreement
Dividing personal belongings and contents when separating in the context of divorce is a far…
September 13, 2021 By Kai Whicker
Divorce – Proceeding when your spouse refuses to engage
Whilst the first steps in a divorce are uncomplicated procedurally; you may encounter difficulties if…
September 3, 2021 By Kai Whicker
Living under the same roof during divorce
It’s not unusual for divorcing couples to continue to live in the same house during…
August 22, 2021 By Elizabeth Ferguson
Options for the Family Business upon Divorce
The breakdown of a marriage is always difficult but it can be particularly difficult if…
July 29, 2021 By Harriet Wigmore
The #ParentsPromise – supporting children impacted by separation
Our Family Law team backs the #ParentsPromise in support of children impacted by parental separation.…
July 27, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Valuing Matrimonial Property On Divorce
The law about how assets are shared on divorce is continuing to develop. It is…
July 16, 2021 By Stephens Scown
The importance of being honest
The importance of providing full and frank disclosure in financial proceedings was highlighted by the…
July 16, 2021 By Stephens Scown