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Are Divorces Over 50 On The Rise?

The divorce of Bill and Melinda Gates was the latest in a string of high-profile divorces involving spouses over the…

Is Mediation Right For Me?

A divorce doesn’t always need to be settled in court. Many couples opt for mediation as an alternative way to…

Increase in the Cost of Divorce

On 30th September 2021, divorce application fees were increased from £550 to £593. This is due to The Court Fees…

How to Identify a Toxic Marriage

Toxic relationships are not always easy to spot — especially when you’re in one. Relationships come in all shapes and…

The Rise of Expats Divorcing in Britain Post-Brexit

There were many changes to British law following Brexit, but one that is surreptitiously affecting the divorce industry is the…

No Fault Divorce Update

No fault divorce, the eagerly anticipated change to divorce law, has been postponed until April 2022. After receiving royal assent…

How COVID-19 Has Impacted Our Lives

The COVID-19 pandemic put a strain on many different areas of our lives, but perhaps none were tested more than…

Exploring Pension Gender Disparity in Divorce Settlements

Experts are calling for a change to divorce settlements after new research revealed a significant disparity between the pension wealth…

Are Divorces on the Rise?

There were over 100,000 divorces in England and Wales last year, according to the Office of National Statistics (ONS). That’s…

Are Prenuptial Agreements the New Normal?

Prenups have been a touchy subject among couples since they were first introduced. Some people feel that requesting a prenup…

How Does a Second Marriage Impact Financial Settlements?

In any marriage, it’s important to be aware of the legal procedures and rules pertaining to financial settlements should you…

What is a No Fault Divorce?

Earlier this year, MPs passed the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill — the first major change to divorce law for…