Proceeding with your divorce when your spouse refuses to engage
The first step in any divorce process is to file a Divorce Petition, which will…
February 26, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Mental Health and Divorce
There has been plenty of research into the impact of divorce on the mental health…
February 26, 2021 By Harriet Wigmore
Separation, dementia and divorce
Divorce is a huge step for anyone, but when a partner is suffering from an…
February 26, 2021 By Sarah Walls
What happens if you remarry without first resolving the financial aspects of your divorce?
Hayley, legal executive in our divorce and separation team, explains why it is crucial to have…
February 26, 2021 By Hayley Symes
Divorce & Separation Agreements – the advantages and disadvantages
If a couple decide to separate, as an alternative to divorce and court proceedings, they…
February 26, 2021 By Andrew Barton
How can a Respondent progress a divorce if the Petitioner is not applying for Decree Nisi
Following the filing of a divorce petition by either spouse, the Court will seal the…
February 26, 2021 By Andrew Barton
Top tips for your first Christmas after divorce or separation
As we’re constantly reminded, ‘tis the season to be jolly. We are supposed to be…
February 26, 2021 By Stephens Scown
Residential parenting assessments in care proceedings
When families are involved in care proceedings brought by Local Authorities, it is sometimes useful…
February 26, 2021 By Elizabeth Lovell
Deemed service: how can I progress my divorce if my spouse won’t engage?
We see a wide range of responses from spouses receiving a divorce petition. This article…
February 26, 2021 By Chris Wells
Private Law Children – what is a Section 7 Report?
What is a Section 7 Report? If court proceedings become necessary to resolve the arrangements…
February 26, 2021 By Elizabeth Ferguson
What is nominal maintenance?
One of the options open to the matrimonial Courts when seeking to resolve the finances…
February 26, 2021 By Sarah Walls
Does the court have an obligation to follow the recommendations of a Section 7 Report?
In proceedings involving children and where the welfare of the child(ren) is in question, the…
February 26, 2021 By Stephens Scown