Nuptial Agreements,Latest News
An ultimate guide to Pre-Nuptial agreements
Pre-nuptial agreements (often known as “Pre-nups”) are an increasingly used legal tool to attempt to provide protection and clarity in the event of a separation following a marriage or civil…
‘Bennifer 2.0’ is no longer, but is it worth having a Pre-Nuptial Agreement?
‘Bennifer 2.0’ the term the media have given the rekindled relationship, and subsequent marriage, between Hollywood’s A list celebrities, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck. Earlier this year it was…
Mediation & Collaborative Law,Latest News
The Ultimate Guide to Mediation Information and Assessment Meetings
If you’re in the process of divorce or separation, and need to reach an agreement with your partner over parenting or financial matters, you may have heard that you have to attend a “MIAM”. This…
Divorce & Separation,Latest News
The Ultimate Guide to Spousal Maintenance
When a marriage or civil partnership ends, one spouse is often at a financial disadvantage compared to the other. For example, if you stayed home to look after children when they were young, and…
Re-evaluating Matrimonial Property: Insights from a Landmark Financial Appeal
Standish v Standish and its impact on the application of the sharing principle Standish v Standish [2024] EWCA Civ 567 The importance of source not title, the application of the sharing principle…
What is a Prohibited Steps Order?
When parents separate, co-parenting can sometimes be a difficult task, parents may have varying opinions, making decisions about the children extremely difficult. We have all heard the stories of a…
Christine Plews Joins Blanchards Law
We are delighted to announce that Christine Plews has joined us as a Consultant specialising in mediation. Following a successful career at a top regional firm where she was a Partner and Head of…
Divorce & Separation,Latest News
Navigating the Journey of Separation: A Guide to Supportive Resources
Separation can be a challenging journey for families, but it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. There are several resources designed to support you through this transition, offering…
Divorce & Separation,Latest News
Seven Ways You Can Get a Separation Agreement
The prospect of going to court is a concern for many couples looking to separate. They might have nightmares about being financial or emotional drained, or about unjust court decisions. Rest assured,…
Divorce & Separation,Latest News
In the Child’s Best Interest: Separation for Parents
Today, we delve into the heart of separation agreements to examine what difference it makes when there are children involved. From those seeking them to family lawyers, arbitrators, mediators,…
