Arrangements for the Children where religion is a key consideration When a relationship breaks down and the religious upbringing of the child is a key consideration it is important to obtain early advice. Mediation can…

I am often asked the question how step children are to be treated when determining a financial settlement. It can often be convenient for “non parent” to attempt to airbrush the step children out arguing…

When searching for a divorce on line there are an array of different websites offering “A quickie divorce for just £99” . You could be forgiven for believing that the divorce process is quick and…

The first hearing (the First Hearing Dispute Resolution Appointment) You are bound to be wondering what to expect prior to the first court hearing concerning children proceedings. This article will help you to understand what…

The courts have a very wide discretion as to what orders it can make when assessing financial settlement for divorcing couples. All the circumstances of the case are to be taken into account and every…

It can be a daunting process to take the plunge and go and see a solicitor for the first time. A particularly difficult part can be opening up to a complete stranger about what has…

When you reach a financial agreement it is necessary for this to be encapsulated into a consent order to be approved by the court. The court fee for approving the consent order currently stands at…

  The flow chart below demonstrates the divorce process in flow chart form:     DIVORCE PROCESS Uncontested Proceedings (4-6 month process if there is no unforeseen delay) Petitioner Respondent Petitioner Petitioner Petitioner   Divorce…

Parenting   Children are vulnerable to relationship breakdown. They often try to protect parents by not expressing what they are feeling and often because of this parents underestimate what their children are experiencing. Your child…