Protecting the Family Farm in Divorce
For farming families, divorce is rarely just about finances. It can place the future of a multi-generational business at real risk. Farms are often the result of decades, sometimes centuries, of hard…
The Gender Pension Gap and the Importance of Pension Sharing Orders on Divorce
Why the Gender Pension Gap Matters The gender pension gap is the difference between how much men and women have saved for retirement - and it’s big. Think of it as the pay gap’s older, more damaging…
Changing Names: Marriage, Divorce and Children
There are multiple reasons why you may wish to change your name. The reason will have an impact on the process you need to follow. There are very few restrictions as to what you can change your name…
Helping Autistic Children Navigate Parental Separation
Reflections from a family mediator on World Autism Awareness Day For many parents going through a separation, one of the greatest concerns is how their children will cope with the changes ahead.…
Can you settle your divorce by WhatsApp?
A recent case in the High Court tested the theory of whether a WhatsApp message constituted a binding contract in a family law case. This raises the question: Can you settle your divorce by WhatsApp?…
Artificial Intelligence in Family Law: A Helpful Tool- But Not a Substitute For Advice
Can Artificial Intelligence (AI) predict what will happen to you on the breakdown of a marriage? With more people turning to AI tools for legal information, it is important to understand both the…
This Valentine’s Day, Protect More Than Your Heart: Common Law Marriage Myths You Shouldn’t Swipe Right On
Pop culture loves to play fast and loose with the law. Think about the iconic Legally Blonde scene, where Elle Woods invokes the idea of a ‘common law marriage’ to claim rights over a pet, with…
Relationship Break Down: The Emotional Impact on Parents and Children
The end of a relationship can bring intense emotional upheaval for everyone involved. This effect is not limited to the person who feels left behind. It can be just as profound for the person who…
Why Separated Parents Should Plan Christmas Parenting Arrangements Early
Don’t wait until the school holidays begin to work out Christmas child arrangements. As Christmas lights begin to appear in shops and on our streets, many separated parents find their minds turning…
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 know an ex-spouse’s behaviour during divorce…
