Category: Family

Jan 2024

It's Divorce Day

Today marks another year of “Divorce Day” and while it may not seem like a celebration, many couples see it as an opportunity to start a new life with the new year.

Nicola Conley Dec 2023

‘Tis the season… to separate

It’s that time of year again and for many it is a time for celebration, rest and reflection – but for us in the legal profession, it’s the start of “separation season”.

Terina Farnan Jul 2023

Remember there's no such thing as a "quickie divorce"

Companies promising to offer a super-fast separation from your spouse will soon be under investigation - and it's about time too!

Nicola Conley Jul 2023

Dispelling the myths of cohabiting

It’s a very common misunderstanding that couples that are unmarried have similar rights to those who aren’t - but it’s worth seeking advice on that, particularly if you’re later on in life.

Floris Shoebridge Jun 2023

Did video kill the radio star and will AI kill the “human”?

We have all heard that catchy earworm from the 70’s hit by the Buggles that “video killed the radio star”. Since its release, technology has evolved dramatically to the point where there are now concerns that humans may be replaced in their jobs by computers, but can things be superseded so easily? 

Terina Farnan Apr 2023

Post-nuptial agreements are gaining in popularity

We’ve all probably heard of a pre-nuptial agreement, but what about the lesser-known post-nup? What exactly is it and why are more people looking to write them?

Terina Farnan Jan 2023

Happy Divorce Day

It may sound like a very sombre “celebration” but these days, many people are so relieved that the long, emotional and expensive process is finally over that their Decree Absolute is a cause for celebration - you can even buy “congratulations on your divorce” cards in the shops.

Terina Farnan Apr 2022

No-fault divorce law has come into effect

The long-awaited change in divorce law has finally gone ahead - but solicitors are already warning separating couples to prepare themselves for a wait as there could be a surge in applications.

Terina Farnan Mar 2022

No fault divorce law is on the way

Next month marks the start of one of the biggest reforms of divorce law in 50 years as "no fault" divorce will take effect in England and Wales. 

Terina Farnan Jan 2022

It's Divorce Day, but is a separation decline on the cards?

It seems to come round quickly every year, but even though today is National Divorce Day, the reality is that divorce is actually on the decline - and the UK is leading the way.