The words family mediation are used both in the media and by lawyers on a regular basis however a lot of people are under the misconception that it is a process which people attend to try and reconcile their marriage or relationship and is often the reason why people do not wish to engage in the mediation process.

In April 2022 a new divorce process was implemented under the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act, removing the need for couples to assign blame to one party for the breakdown of their marriage.

It’s been another excellent year for Ramsdens in The Legal 500 UK 2023 rankings.

Following the Marriage and Civil Partnership (Minimum Age) Bill, the Marriage and Civil Partnerships (Minimum Age) Act 2022 is expected to be effective from 27 February 2023.

Divorce, finance and children proceedings are emotionally charged and parties can understandably have a difficult experience (even where parties are able to reach an agreement). Resolution members are trained to conduct proceedings in such a way that animosity is removed from the proceedings where possible and a constructive approach is taken.

Ramsdens’ Family Law team have recently celebrated a number of appointments within the department, as they continue to develop their legal offering.

The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 is the first time that a definition has been produced for what constitutes ‘domestic abuse’.

A recent case discussed in the Law Gazette evidences the need for a collaborative approach towards divorce proceedings.