Family breakdown is rarely smooth, and some couples struggle more than others when deciding on post-separation arrangements, particularly when it comes to their children. It is ideal for parents to be able to decide child
World Mental Health Day falls on 10th October every year. An ongoing reminder that although there is (somewhat) more openness around mental health, the reality is that reducing the stigma does not mean solving the
The secret garden, the floristry masterpiece, the sparkling ring and the fairytale proposal. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s engagement sparked joy among fans, as well as speculation on social media and in the press. But
Children disputes are often complicated affairs, and separating couples can become very acrimonious when making child arrangements. Sadly, some parents have resorted to underhand techniques in order to ‘one-up’ their ex. Children can often end
For most, the summer brings wedding season but for family lawyers, less romantically, it is very much Prenup Season. Over the past few years, we have got into a rhythm in April and May of
Islamic divorce and its legal status in the UK The daughter of Dubai’s ruler, Princess Sheikha Mahra Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, recently made headlines by not just announcing her divorce via an Instagram
Joanna Newton, Partner at Stowe Family Law, says: It is interesting to see the new Labour government considering the Law Commission’s 2022 report, which set out recommendations for reform of wedding law. The report suggested
ONS statistics just released on the number of completed divorces in 2022 were initially a bit of a surprise. There was an expectation in some quarters that divorce rates would increase year-on-year, following the end
The Office for National Statistics recently revealed data on the changing status of relationships in England and Wales, with marriage rates of people aged 16+ dropping below 50% (to 49.4%) since comparable records began. Same-sex
The advancement of science and technology has created options with IVF treatment enabling more couples than ever to start a family. However, there are issues with accessing this treatment. There are additional hurdles and costs
The housing crisis has been dominating the news for months. High mortgage rates, extortionate rental prices and generally a lack of affordable housing have been building to a peak and having an impact on millions