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It is a sad reality that sometimes relationships do not work out, and separation, whilst painful, is necessary to allow you both the opportunity of a happy life.
During the Christmas holidays, the guiding principle of family law is always a good starting point. The principle is simple - the child or children's wellbeing comes first.
In cases where the non-resident parent is a high net worth individual, it can be difficult to assess how much should be paid by way of child maintenance.
With the introduction of digital divorces, it is now even easier to formalise your separation. A digital divorce is where all stages of the divorce are dealt with online.
When we talk about a Child Centred Divorce, we are talking about ensuring that consideration of the children’s welfare and needs are at the centre of everything.