The divorce courts in England and Wales are operating as normal as possible as they are deemed as an ‘essential service’. Yes, they have staff working from home, just as we do, but this does not mean that the court system has stopped for divorce proceedings. If you are able to file for divorce whilst…
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Lockdown Divorce à la Française
In the context of coronavirus, throwing accusations just to prove that your relationship is over seems particularly unfair, especially when it might not be infidelity but a simple lack of personal space to blame for a break-up. There is currently legislation before the UK parliament that proposes an end to fault-based divorce in England and…
Will Divorce Cases Rise After Lockdown?
Law firms are bracing themselves for a surge in divorce filings as couples begin to emerge from self-isolation. What people may not know is that law firms have still running as before, but people have been following governments advice to stay home. It has been predicted that once those rules are relaxed, that law firms…
Helping Your Child Cope After A Divorce
Healing your own broken heart after divorce can be a long, all-encompassing journey. But, the thought of healing your child’s heart after divorce can take your breath away. Children of divorce are the innocent, powerless victims — the collateral damage with no say in the implosion of their family. By their nature, children are resilient. But how they react…
Divorce Rates Are Declining
The divorce rate for heterosexual couples in England and Wales has hit a 45-year low, new figures show. There were 8.4 divorces of opposite-sex couples per 1,000 married men and women in 2017, representing the lowest rates since 1973 and a 6 per cent decrease from 2016, data published by the Office for National Statistics…
What Happens When A Couple Divorce, But Still Run A Business
Divorce can be difficult no matter the circumstances but when you run a family business together, there are even more complications. It’s important to consider what are the best options for you and your family business if your marriage comes to an end. There are many compelling reasons for seeking legal advice early when couples make the…