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High incomes and high value assets can make divorce particularly complicated. Deciding how those assets should be factored into a divorce settlement is rarely straightforward and the separating spouses may...
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When a divorcing couple makes a consent order, it is to finalise a voluntary divorce financial settlement agreement made by them. The purpose of a financial consent order is to...
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While it is often presumed that the only way to legally end a marriage is through divorce, this is not necessarily the case. If you have reason to assume that...
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Unfortunately this time of year, with the stresses of the season, is synonymous with problems in relationships. Finding the right divorce lawyer is a crucial first step but it’s not...
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If your relationship has broken down irretrievably, you may be thinking about divorce. During this emotionally charged stage of your life, it can feel daunting and sometimes devastating to begin...
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Parental Alienation is a highly contentious matter and is likely to be incredibly difficult to manage for any parent whose children are being manipulated to show hostility and resistance towards...
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It goes without saying that going through a divorce is an incredibly difficult experience. Not only will you be dealing with the emotional fallout of separating from your partner, but...
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Coronavirus and Contact Arrangements: advice for parents
Amidst the chaos and confusion caused by the Coronavirus and the sudden increase in social restrictions, existing co-parenting arrangements are highly likely to be disrupted. What can separated parents do...
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Top tips for a healthier relationship
Valentine’s Day – a celebration of love and relationships. On the surface it can simply seem a commercialised celebration of romance, with the annual pressure to buy the perfect card...
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Sharp Family Law Recognised Among The Best
Sharp Family Law continues to build on its reputation as one of the best family law firms in Bath and Bristol. We were again recognized by Chambers in it’s UK...
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3 Common Misconceptions of Divorce
If you are in the unfortunate position of getting divorced then, no doubt, you will already be aware that, suddenly, everyone you know (and even those you don’t!) becomes an...
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The Myth of ‘Common Law Marriage’
A recent study carried out by The National Centre for Social Research – revealed that 46% of people in England and Wales believe that cohabiting couples form a ‘common law marriage’ that...
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Time to End the Blame Game
The Supreme Court released its ruling in the case of Owens v Owens yesterday. Mrs Owens was married to her husband for 40 years and applied for divorce on the ground...
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Protecting the Bank of Mum & Dad
Recent research showed that more than a quarter of UK mortgages are subsidised by the buyer’s parents – the so-called ‘Bank of Mum and Dad’. Enabling your children to get...
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No need to fight it out… even at Court
Sometimes your dispute ends up in court, whether or not it was you who made the application. Should this happen, it doesn’t necessarily mean that you have a fight to...
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Divorce across international borders
In our diverse and multicultural society, modern-day families are becoming increasingly international. And when a relationship does cross national borders, so can divorce or separation – bringing with it a specific...
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50 Ways to Leave your Lover?
Well, the truth is, if we’re talking about divorce in the UK there are only five. And if a couple wants to fast track the process, then there are really...
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Do I need a solicitor to handle my divorce?
Divorce is stressful, whether you are separating amicably or not. For most people, divorce is an incredibly emotional time and having the additional pressure of trying to understand and navigate...
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Common Divorce Myths
There are some common misconceptions which often stop people from seeking legal advice when faced with divorce: 1. I can’t get a divorce – my spouse will never agree. Getting the...
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Divorce does not have to be a financial minefield
For many couples that make the decision to divorce, the financial practicalities of ending a relationship are almost as painful as the emotional impact. However, divorce, with all its complexities...
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How do I minimise the impact of separation?
The children have long since gone back to school and you reflect on the Summer with the family and in particular how you felt. No better, you conclude.  You loved...
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None of your business!
Divorcing couples frequently come to blows when considering the settlement of any business interests. Often a business interest is considered to be a personal attribute and certainly not something to...
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Is Johnny Depp now wishing for a pre-nup?
The breakdown of the marriage between Johnny Depp and actress Amber Heard has been much in the news recently for various reasons. One of the main issues being repeated is...
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They Started To Fight When the Money Got Tight
The value of Sandy and Rob’s house had fallen. The prospect of acquiring one let alone two alternative homes had evaporated. Rob feared that, along with the marriage, he may...
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Parental Alienation
“She would love me to disappear from our son’s life. I have been resisting this but any contact with him has been very much on her terms and rules“…. a...
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A civilised divorce is worth fighting for…
Few people realise that, actually, they don’t have to engage in a bitter battle at court to get divorced and, in fact, most cases settle out of court anyway. But...
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The Big Move – Living Together
This year, Chris and Rachel each made a big, exciting decision – to move in with their respective partners for the first time. Chris had worked tirelessly to save up...
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Four Strategies for a Smart Divorce
The decision to separate and divorce is nearly always distressing, challenging and sad. Difficult transitions must be made, emotions managed, children co-parented and financial realities addressed. All happening at a...
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“Time to Talk this Bank Holiday Weekend”
After a busy week, a Bank Holiday Weekend provides a good opportunity for couples and families to get away and spend time together. But motorists stuck in traffic and miserable...
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“Minimising the Destruction of Divorce for Children”
Effective Co-Parenting Tips Co-parenting is often viewed as the most difficult aspect of a divorce or separation. Particularly, if there are still some emotional hurdles to overcome. However, if approached...
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“Christmas Actually”
Screens will be filled once again this Christmas with stories of love in all its various guises and on a multitude of levels. The 2003 Christmas film “Love Actually” followed...
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“Is There a Better Way to Divorce?”
There may not be an alternative to divorce but there is an alternative to the way you divorce Research on the effects of divorce on children has shown that it...
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It Takes Two – To Get Co-parenting after Divorce
After trying to make a 12 year marriage work that included attending sessions at Relate and individual counselling, Liz realised it was a lost cause and wanted a divorce. With that she also wanted her husband...
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Let’s Keep Christmas a Family Affair
“I share Christmas. So on Christmas Eve I am with my mum, then with my dad on Christmas Day. Then the other Christmas I go to my dad’s on Christmas...
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How to Reduce the Effects of Divorce on Your Health
Those amongst us who are divorced or widowed could suffer 20% more chronic health conditions such as heart disease, diabetes or cancer than those who are married. This statistic comes...
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Seven Slip Ups to Avoid on Separation & Divorce
Many separating and divorcing couples are decent, well-meaning and intelligent individuals making a very difficult transition in their lives. They find it hard to manage their emotions, co-parent the children...
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How Do I Tell Our Children We are Divorcing?
A divorce may have been contemplated for a while; it’s been on the cards and an unspoken probability. Your children may have sensed that not all was well between their...
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