In November 2023, the government published a consultation proposing a 10% increase in over 200 different court fees, which would have seen a potential additional revenue for the Ministry of Justice of £42 million. The increase was sought to keep pace...
Many people will turn to court proceedings to try to resolve their family law disputes. However, there are numerous other ways in which family law disputes can be resolved (e.g. mediation, arbitration or collaborative law), referred to as NCDR. The Family...
Family disputes can arise in many different circumstances and can involve a wide range of issues - from those concerning financial matters to those involving children, as well as a myriad of issues in between Financial disputes Many of the disputes...
Shuttle mediation is where a third party, known as the mediator, assists the parties in negotiating a dispute. It differs from the traditional form of mediation as, unlike normal mediation, in shuttle mediation, the mediator moves from one room to another....
Considering the ongoing and significant delays being experienced in the Family Court and the added expense of engaging in contested proceedings to deal with the financial and children issues arising from a separation or divorce, families should be...
You have taken the initial step to seek legal advice from a solicitor in relation to a family dispute, but what happens next? The following steps will depend on your circumstances. At Birkett Long, we discuss the various options available to our clients,...
In this blog, I take a look at what has become known as ‘divorce tourism’ – the practice of trying to establish a connection with the UK in order to use its divorce courts. I also look at whether a recent case in the Supreme Court may have...
Whether you are a Nanny, Nanna or Grandma, or a Grandad or Gramps, grandchildren will often hold a special place in the hearts of their grandparents. Those grandparents will often play an integral role in the family as one of the adults often called upon to...
To my dearest Valentine Roses are red Violets are blue I want a pre-nup Please say, “I do.” In today’s modern-day, and dare I say “age”; not every marriage is for life. The same could be said about a...
A look at the world of ‘grey divorce’ and second marriages for retirees. Learn about essential aspects like finances, perceptions, and alternative approaches. Whether facing late-life divorce or contemplating marriage after 65, we provide...