Divorce is often a very difficult time, Marriages can end for very different reasons but often one party feels very aggrieved by the actions of the other, such as when there has been an affair or general bad behaviour which has been the catalyst for the breakdown of the marriage. Jeanette Birch, Family Lawyer answers a commonly asked question "Does bad behaviour affect your divorce settlement?" A financial remedy case is the legal term for dividing assets on divorce or separation. It covers … [Read more...]
Family Mediation – The proposed overhaul
On the 23 March 2023, the government made an announcement in relation to their plans to make mediation mandatory for suitable separated families in England and Wales. Family Mediation is a process in which an independent, professionally trained mediator helps parties work out arrangements for children and finances where there is a dispute. The aim of these plans is to protect children from the damaging impact of courtroom battles between parents. The proposals will see mediation become … [Read more...]
Has Christmas put a strain on your relationship that was already having difficulties?
January is a time when many people are determined to make life changes and set resolutions, including, it appears, getting divorced. Family lawyers tend to have a spike in divorce enquiries following the stresses of Christmas. “Christmas may be a happy period for some but for others it can be a minefield of expectations, stress and dispute and this can all erupt over the Christmas period and put a strain on relationships who are already having difficulties. Thankfully, with the … [Read more...]
Good Divorce Week 2022 – Ending the Family Court Crisis
28 November to 2 December is Resolution’s “Good Divorce Week”. Resolution is a community of family justice professionals who work with families and individuals to resolve issues in a constructive way. During “Good Divorce Week” 2022, Resolution is aiming to raise awareness of the current dilemma in the family courts and to draw attention to all of the different ways that families can resolve their disputes without litigation and when it is practicable to do so. As everyone will remember, … [Read more...]
How is the cost of living crisis going to affect my financial remedy proceedings?
In the most recent survey carried out by The Office for National Statistics in March 2022, 87% of adults reported that there had been an increase in their cost of living. This is being exacerbated by the current rate of inflation, now over 10%, which is the highest it has been in over 40 years. As a result of this, many middle to low-income families are going to struggle to meet their everyday expenses, such as rent, utilities, food and clothing. Going through a separation and financial … [Read more...]