The Bank of Mum and Dad – what happens to gifted money on divorce?
These days, it is common for couples to receive financial assistance from ‘the Bank of…
December 9, 2025 By Tyler Richards
International recognition for two leading Stephens Scown family lawyers
Two divorce lawyers from the South West are featured on an independent list of some…
October 30, 2025 By Stephens Scown
Private Law Children Act Proceedings – Jargon Busting
Whether you are the applicant or find yourself as a respondent in private law Children…
September 26, 2025 By Libby Lovell
Advice for financial professionals after the Supreme Court case of Standish
Since the Supreme Court judgment in Standish, there has been much legal comment around its…
July 22, 2025 By Andrew Barton
Court of Appeal case redefines mingling of non-matrimonial property on divorce
The Court of Appeal case of Standish v Standish was handed down on 23 May…
July 26, 2024 By Andrew Barton
The consequences of “mingling” inherited assets
When somebody already has money when they marry, or subsequently receives money or any other…
March 28, 2024 By Shavaun Womersley
Pre-nups and business interests
Pre-nuptial agreements – or “pre-nups” – are on the increase, as are “post-nups”. Once thought…
March 21, 2024 By Sarah Atkinson
Relocating with children after divorce
What happens when a divorcee with children wants to relocate? Mark Smith, a leading family…
December 11, 2023 By Mark Smith
Pensions and divorce – specialist advice is crucial
In some cases pensions can be worth more than the family home, so despite the…
November 9, 2023 By Thea Bennun
Pensions Offsetting in Divorce – why is it so complex?
Pension Offsetting is a option some couples may wish to consider when settling divorce finances,…
November 3, 2023 By Kirstin Sibley
What’s in a trust? A cautionary tale
When it comes to a divorce, what’s in a trust usually stays in a trust. …
April 6, 2023 By Stephens Scown
Does Tom Archer need a post-nup?
The radio soap is currently running a story about whether young Tom Archer should have…
April 6, 2023 By Stephens Scown