Technology is changing the face of domestic abuse. From spyware to AI-driven financial control, abusers are using digital tools to harm and intimidate. Our family law team is here to help survivors navigate these complex challenges and secure the protection they deserve.
When a marriage comes to an end, sorting out the finances is often one of the most difficult parts. It’s not just about dividing money and property – it’s about making sure both people can move forward, especially when children are involved. While many assume that everything is split 50/50, that’s just a starting point.
A landmark high net worth divorce settlement case saw a wife awarded £13 million following a lengthy financial dispute. The judgment highlights how courts approach asset division, disclosure failures, and post-separation conduct in complex divorces.
A family court has ruled that a father should have no contact – direct or indirect – with his four-year-old son after finding that the risk of harm to the mother and child was too great. The decision follows a long-running legal dispute between the parents, JE and TS, who separated in 2022. The child,
Divorce is never easy, but changes in England and Wales have made the process more straightforward. Couples can now separate without assigning blame, thanks to the no-fault divorce system. This article explains what the reform means, clears up common myths, and highlights why legal advice remains important.
A High Court judge has found that a wealthy husband deliberately tried to prevent his wife from accessing legal support during their divorce negotiations, contributing to what the court described as an unfair and coercive process.
Today’s Supreme Court ruling in Standish v Standish is a landmark decision that will shape how family courts divide wealth in divorce cases – especially when one spouse brings significant assets into the marriage.
Many couples believe living together creates a “common law marriage” with legal rights — but this is a myth. Learn what cohabiting partners in the UK need to know.
Spousal maintenance is often misunderstood. This article explains why it’s not automatically awarded in divorce, debunks common myths, and outlines what courts consider when deciding whether support is appropriate.
The concept of “custody” no longer exists in family law. Learn how child arrangements after divorce are determined today, focusing on shared parental responsibility and the child’s best interests. We address common misconceptions and clarify what modern family law means for parents.