Family breakdowns can be distressing for all parties involved; matters often arise which cannot be easily resolved and therefore cause arguments between family members.

Family Mediation Week is this year taking place between the 20 – 24 January. The annual initiative creates awareness of the many benefits of creating mutual post-divorce agreements, rather than heading to court.

‘Divorce Day’ is a day on which law firms see a noticeable increase in people enquiring about divorce and wishing to initiate the process. It usually falls on the first Monday of the New Year as it is thought that people view the new year as a chance for new beginnings and a fresh start.

When considering a fair outcome regarding finances on divorce, no assets are completely safe and secure from potential division with a former spouse. Claire Rutter from the family team discusses what will happen to your bonus on divorce.

The Justice Secretary, David Gauke has spoken this week on the Governmental plan to introduce no-fault divorce legislation, “as soon as parliamentary time becomes available.”

Couples facing divorce will no longer have to point the finger to allocate blame in order to end their marriage.

Christmas is closer than we all think and closer than some would care to imagine but it will be here before we know it. For most, Christmas is the happiest time of the year and is filled with fun times with family. For others, particularly separated families, it can be the most difficult time of the year.

The Justice Secretary, David Gauke has announced plans to introduce no fault divorce. It has been reported that he is preparing a consultation on reforming the current divorce law which is over 40 years old!