Throughout life things change, unfortunately not always for the best. While some changes are usually considered good, such as getting through the last day of school, winning the lottery or the start of the summer, life does not always go the way
One of the most difficult discussions that parents may have as part of their separation or divorce is what happens to the children; knowing what to discuss and where to start can be very difficult. Parents may tend to focus on the
If you’re considering going through a divorce, often one of the biggest worries will be the overall cost associated with the process. After all, divorce has always been famous for its price tag. But what does the price entail? Aviva estimates the
In April 22nd, 2014 a change was made in Family Law to have a couple attend a mediation information and assessment meeting (MIAM) to see if mediation is a viable option for them as a divorce process and as a possible way
There can be issues that arise on the job when going through divorce. For one thing, an individual may have to leave for divorce sessions or court dates. Consider scheduling mediation or collaborative meetings around lunch time or staying a bit later
When it comes to the law and personal relationships, the UK is a curious mixture of the progressive and the archaic. On the one hand, the law recognises same-sex unions, on the other the process of ending a marriage through divorce seems
For recently divorced or separated mums Mother’s Day might be an upsetting and poignant reminder that family life has undergone substantial upheaval and change. Whenever and wherever it is celebrated across the globe, the day is important to highlight the importance of
Grandparents play a special role in our lives. What happens to that relationship in the midst of divorce/separation? Sometimes, the dynamics become skewed and very complicated. Reshaping the grandchild/grandparent relationship becomes inevitable. Is the role of the grandparent minimized and sometimes eliminated
Half-term holidays can spark the onset of headaches for many divorced and separated parents. The perennial argument over who gets the children – and when – can be further exacerbated by work patterns and domestic arrangements. Common issues include full time working
Couples Coaching for 2017 – The case of Clive and Romaine Smith, an excellent example of how some timely talking and listening can help save a relationship. This example also demonstrates that couples coaching is about practicalities and problem solving. Not so
Everyone wonders what life would be like without enough money. For people facing up to the reality of divorce or the dissolution of a civil partnership, understanding how the finances will work when they are on their own can feel like one
Making child arrangements can be an extremely difficult issue to tackle when two people are experiencing the ordeal of a separation or divorce. But when it comes to filing for sole residency, do you know the absolute essentials to help make this