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Video Hearings Tested in Domestic Abuse Cases

Jun 12, 2019

Domestic abuse victims may seek injunctions more easily and with less stress as part of a test into the use of fully-video court hearings.

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PM Vows To End Postcode Lottery For Domestic Abuse Victims

May 13, 2019

The prime minister has vowed to end the postcode lottery for those escaping domestic abuse. Thousands of people seeking refuge from abusive and violent relationships will be better protected by a new legal…

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My Partner Is Having an Affair

Apr 30, 2019

Finding out that your spouse is having an affair can be devastating and place a severe strain on a relationship. Sometimes it spells the end of the marriage. Other times, couples repair the relationship,…

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Non-Molestation Orders Explained

Apr 29, 2019

First things first, if you think you are at risk of harm, it is important that you inform the Police. You may also be able to secure long-term protection by way of a Non-Molestation Order.

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Separated Families Statistics

Apr 26, 2019

Last week the Department for Work and Pensions published something new, which must surely be of interest to anyone involved with the family justice system: statistics about the separated family population.…

No Fault Divorce

Apr 22, 2019

The Government announced on April 9th that they are changing the law to allow no fault divorce. This announcement comes on the back of years of campaigning by Resolution, a company we are affiliated with…

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Apr 18, 2019

In any type of litigation, the parties may be aggrieved by a decision of the court that goes against them. However, in family litigation, the sense of injustice can go much deeper, especially where children…

Not Married, Maintenance & What You're Entitled To

Apr 16, 2019

There are many myths about cohabitation and the lack of legal rights for unmarried couples. One fact that is correct though is that there is some opportunity for financial provision for any children of…

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I Bet You Haven't Got A Will

Apr 15, 2019

A recent survey showed that 60% of UK adults do not have a Will. Putting a Will in place is not something which many consider to be at the top of their to-do list. However, it is essential that even from…

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Marriage, Mediation & Divorce - The Statistics

Apr 07, 2019

Statistics week is when we are treated to an avalanche of the most recently available statistics for all sorts of family law-related matters, including on this occasion marriages, legal aid and the Family…