What will happen to my dog if I get divorced?
We understand that the idea of getting divorced can feel incredibly daunting, particularly for devoted…
January 30, 2025 By Tyler Richards
Changes ahead for financial remedies on divorce: the Law Commission Scoping Report
In December 2024, the Law Commission of England and Wales published a long-awaited report entitled…
January 30, 2025 By Lizzie Smith
Stephens Scown Shortlisted in Clio Modern Law Awards 2025
Hot on the heels of its listing in four categories of the LexisNexis Legal Awards…
January 30, 2025 By Stephens Scown
Mediation information and assessment meetings (MIAMs)
When couples are divorcing and cannot reach an agreement through direct discussions, the court places…
January 29, 2025 By Jasmine Davey
Energy broker litigation – are you getting what you were promised?
With energy prices continuing to rise, many of our clients are scrutinising their energy bills…
January 29, 2025 By Laura Stanley
How do I resolve the financial aspects of my separation?
If you are married, divorcing, and therefore ending your marriage, does not automatically also deal…
January 29, 2025 By Sarah Walls
Do I need a financial order if I have no assets?
What is a financial order? What does the financial order include? What is a clean…
January 28, 2025 By Jasmine Davey
Stephens Scown Shortlisted in LexisNexis Legal Awards 2025
Leading South West law firm Stephens Scown has been shortlisted across four categories in the…
January 28, 2025 By Stephens Scown
What do I do if my partner will not engage in our divorce or dissolution proceedings?
Instigating divorce or dissolution proceedings can be an extremely difficult time in your life. This…
January 27, 2025 By Racheal Gould
Family Mediation Week 2025: Spotlight on Mediation
Family Mediation Week, set up by the Family Mediation Council, runs from Monday 27 to…
January 27, 2025 By Lizzie Smith
Review of the Effectiveness of Supervision Orders in the UK in Protecting Children within the Family Justice System
Supervision orders are a significant part of the family justice system in the UK, primarily…
January 24, 2025 By Megan Eaton
The Importance of Handling Subject Access Requests (SARs) Lawfully
Subject Access Requests (SARs) are a key right under the UK data protection regime, allowing…
January 23, 2025 By Leanne Yendell