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
In the world of celebrity divorces, the headlines are often filled with drama, intrigue, and sensationalism. Recently, the media has been buzzing about the divorce of Sophie Turner and Joe Jonas, with the spotlight shining brightly on their high-profile breakup. While the
I welcome the news that The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is to investigate claims of people being misled about the process and prices of divorces and wills by online firms. The enquiry into the growing number of online services – many
August is traditionally the most popular period for marriages, but falling numbers of couples getting hitched, together with the eye-watering costs of the ceremony at a time when many are struggling with household bills, is seeing more and more couples saying ‘I
One of the largest components of any divorce is the issue of the family home. With over 1/3 of all households having a mortgage, and many divorcees also having the odd rental property or two – the case of mortgages is always high on
Commenting on the Women and Equalities Committee’s letter to Family Justice Minister Lord Bellamy, Abby Buckland, Family Law partner at Kingsley Napley LLP says: “Given the trend of declining rates of marriage, an increase in the age of those getting married and a rise in
