A SIGNIFICANT family court ruling has warned parents involved in international disputes that responsibility for making decisions about their child can shift between countries during ongoing legal proceedings. The decision in F v M & Anor (Jurisdiction) [2026] EWFC 219 (B) concerned
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Every September, Pensions Awareness Week encourages us to think about our future. We are reminded to check our pension statements, review our retirement savings and ask ourselves whether we are putting enough aside to enjoy the retirement we hope for. They are
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You may live in England, own property overseas or have a spouse who spends much of their time in another country. If your marriage ends, more than one court may be able to deal with the divorce and the court chosen could
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Private law family court cases took an average of nine months to conclude over the last two years, meaning children involved in proceedings are effectively spending the equivalent of a full school year or around six
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Every August, the same story runs. The fines have gone up. It’s £80 per parent, per child, doubling to £160 if you don’t pay in time. Take three children to Spain in June, and the cost gets uncomfortable quickly. However, what the
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Jones Myers niche family law firm has been at the forefront of ongoing campaigns to overhaul outdated cohabitation laws which currently do not give couples living together legal protection or rights if they split up. This is a far cry from the
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One of the most common misconceptions about divorce is that it is a single event. People often think of it as completing a form, obtaining a Final Order, and then moving on with life. In reality, those of us who work with separating couples
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As a niche family law firm which champions a non-confrontational approach to divorce, Jones Myers always strives to offer our clients alternative options to a court divorce such as mediation or collaborative family practice. Clients undergoing divorce are at a crossroads of
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Working with a specialist divorce lawyer or handling divorce independently presents two distinct approaches. Each route carries different implications for cost, control, timing, and long-term certainty, which is why the decision often depends on the details of a person’s situation. Keep reading
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UK solicitors, including those in family law firms, are using diverse AI tools in 2026. If you hire a solicitor, they’ll likely make some use of AI in your case. Exactly what use may be appropriate will vary depending on your situation.
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In this article, Nichola Bright, Partner and Family Lawyer at Myerson Solicitors explores the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) within family law and the implications for both professionals and clients. The use of AI within the legal profession has expanded rapidly in
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Sponsored post by Everyman Justice. UK Family Court When parents separate, the family court process can feel overwhelming for anyone. But for parents who have moved to the UK from abroad, the challenges are often deeper and more complex. Differences in language,
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