Parents who get along well after their divorce are 53% likelier to say their kids adjusted well than parents who get along badly. Could this encourage co-parents to act civilly for the sake of the kids? The new data released also shows
As we move further into 2024, divorce continues to be a significant and evolving aspect of family law in the UK. Understanding current trends can help you navigate the complexities of divorce, whether you’re considering it yourself or simply want to stay
Resolution Together is a new way for separating couples, and for parents who are in dispute about the care of their child, to obtain advice from a single legal professional. This new way of working follows the implementation of the Divorce Dissolution
In 2022, it was revealed that Birkenhead was the #1 area searching for divorce in the UK from September 2019 to September 2020 – a unique period when marital bonds were challenged throughout the COVID lockdown. The findings were collated using Google
With the introduction of the Family Procedure Amendment 2 rules in April 2024, family law practitioners are encouraged to resolve financial disputes at the start of divorce proceedings. This aims to reduce delays and promote a more efficient resolution process. The recent
A pre-application protocol in family law financial remedy proceedings was published last week and it provides a very useful guide to the changes which the family courts will expect in family financial resolution proceedings. The goal of the new family law protocol The protocol
The latest ONS statistics show that the number of people divorcing is at the lowest rate since 1971. There has been a 29.5% decrease in divorces in 2022 compared with 2021. There were 78,759 opposite-sex divorces, which is a decrease of 29.6%
More people planning their second, third or fourth wedding are entering into pre-nuptial agreements with their future spouse. Step-families or blended families are the one of the fastest growing types of families in the UK making up about a third of all
As the clock struck midnight on the 1st of January 2024, not only did it mark the beginning of a new year but also the renowned “Divorce Month.” This annual phenomenon sees a surge in enquiries to family lawyers from couples seeking
As professionals operating for many years in the divorce market, there are similarities in every divorce we are involved in. Whilst the process itself often causes distress – the common phases which most people experience are: Time Cost Uncertainty Stress How you
Going through a lengthy, drawn-out divorce can take an immense emotional and financial toll. As Neol Gallagher said: Divorce is a long, drawn-out process, so it affects the mood. When the divorce process drags on for months or years, it prevents you
Dive into the world of “Bird Nesting” with our first instalment of TDM Expert Interviews! In this enlightening episode, we bring you an in-depth conversation with Beth Behrendt, where we explore the intriguing trend of Bird Nesting in divorce. Whether you’re revisiting