Family mediators are calling for more practical information and support for divorcing and separating couples after a recent survey by the Family Mediators Association revealed that couples are struggling to access the information they need to help them make informed decisions about
When a couple split up they are likely to have a tough and emotional time whilst coming to terms with the fact that their relationship is over. For couples with children, this period is destined to be even more challenging, as they
For some, this will be your first Christmas as a divorced parent. Some of you may have been through family mediation so have a plan all set out as to how you will be co-parenting during this time while some of you
I have been wondering what to write now that father’s day is soon upon us here in the UK – a tricky time for divorced parents. I wanted to write something that kindly said, “Helping children cope with divorce means giving them the
It is so easy nowadays to reconnect with a long ago love. There are various online sites from social media to searching for classmates, which facilitate getting in touch again. What starts out as curiosity regarding the one who got away can
Ok. If you’re reading this then chances are that you are angry with someone somewhere on this mother earth planet of ours more specifically, your ex. And maybe it’s not just your ex, there could be his/her family and friends too. I
Kathleen Wyatt has recently received permission from the Supreme Court to seek financial provision from her ex-husband, Dale Vince. So far, normal. Except for the fact that the pair separated 30 years ago before officially divorcing 23 years ago. So why wasn’t
Your good friend down the street just told you that she and her husband are divorcing. You want to give her all of your wisdom and advice. That would really help her….or would it? The first thing to do is just listen.
In my previous article, I wrote about divorced fathers and their children. I put across some really important research that helps you know and understand just how vital your presence, as a father is, in your child’s life now and way into
It was a pleasure to attend the ‘’New Year…. …New family dispute resolution’’ evening at Farrer & Co in early January focusing on the growing client interest in non-court family dispute resolution for 2015, particularly the findings of the briefing paper ‘Mapping
This article is intended for non-resident parents in the early stages of separation that are starting to experience difficulties with arrangements for their children. By keeping these tips in mind, you will be giving yourself the best opportunity to resolve you situation
Divorce with a passive-aggressive partner can be particularly aggravating. They seeming are going along with the whole process, yet are sabotaging it. They agree to check on their pension plan or to bring paperwork to the divorce sessions, but “forget.” The use
