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Changes to the Law: Protecting Children and Survivors of Domestic Abuse

Changes to the law are expected in the near future following sustained campaigning by domestic abuse charities, family lawyers and individuals such as Claire Throssell, whose sons Jack (12) and Paul (9) were tragically killed by their father eleven…

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Latest News,Divorce & Separation

Bad Behaviour in Divorce – When does it matter?

An outline of when the Court will consider a party’s conduct in deciding the appropriate division of financial resources on divorce. At Blanchards Law, we understand that your ex-spouse’s behaviour during divorce proceedings can often be infuriating…

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Latest News,Divorce & Separation,Nuptial Agreements

Can I keep my pre-matrimonial assets – the impact of the recent Supreme Court judgment in Standish v Standish

A question often asked on divorce by clients is can they keep assets that they brought into the marriage. The answer is not often a straightforward one and each individual case will have nuances which the Court will need to consider. However, the…

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Latest News,Divorce & Separation

Understanding Parental Alienating Behaviours: What You Need to Know in Family Court

Understanding Parental Alienating Behaviours: What You Need to Know in Family Court If you are going through a difficult separation or divorce and struggling with contact arrangements for your child, you may have come across the term “parental…

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Latest News,Mediation & Collaborative Law

The Role of the Mediator in Family Disputes

The Role of the Mediator in Family Disputes People often find it very confusing as to where the mediator ‘fits in’ to the family justice system and what their role is. Clients often contact me saying that their solicitor has said that they should…

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Latest News,Mediation & Collaborative Law

What happens next? The next steps after you’ve been to mediation

The next steps after you’ve been to mediation There are numerous television and movies with courtroom dramas , whilst it is quite rare to see anyone engaging in the much less gripping mediation process. Fortunately, there is quite a lot of…

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Chambers High Net Worth Guide – 2025 Results

Blanchards Law is delighted to reveal that the Chambers High Net Worth (HNW) Guide for 2025 continues to rank its Family Mediator Christine Plews in their UK-wide ranking – the guide’s highest ranking. 

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Latest News,Divorce & Separation

How to Divorce Well – A Family Law Perspective

Divorce can never be easy – it is after all a significant life changing event - however I set out below factors/pointers which, if borne in mind, I hope will enable you to have a good, or at least a “good enough” divorce or separation, which should…

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Latest News,Divorce & Separation

The Importance of Exchanging Full Financial Disclosure in Divorce Proceedings

Introduction: Divorce can be a complex and emotionally challenging process, often involving the division of assets, property, and financial responsibilities. To ensure a fair and equitable settlement, it is crucial for both parties to exchange full…

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