Understanding Parental Responsibility
Parental responsibility is a crucial aspect of family law in the UK, determining the rights and responsibilities of parents towards…
The Myth of the “Common Law Spouse” in English Law
In England and Wales, the term “common law spouse” is often used to describe unmarried couples who have lived together…
Non Matrimonial Assets “Matrimonialisation”
“Matrimonial assets” are those assets that have been built up during the marriage by the spouses’ joint efforts. For example,…
Resolution’s Year of the Code 2025: Why Constructive Legal Guidance Matters in Divorce and Financial Remedy Cases
Separation and divorce are among the most challenging experiences a person can endure. When emotions run high, and your financial…
When Relationships Break Up After the Christmas Holidays
For many families, the Christmas season brings great joy, but for others, it brings underlying problems to the surface. Christmas…
How to Avoid a Breakdown in Family Relationships Over the Christmas Period
How to Avoid a Breakdown in Family Relationships Over the Christmas Period The Christmas holiday season is a time for…
When Santa has to visit two houses at Christmas
The Christmas period can be a challenging time for separated families, particularly when it comes to agreeing arrangements for children….
Adoption – Is Wholesale Reform Needed?
Although almost every European country has a mechanism to allow children to be adopted without parental consent England and Wales…
Care proceedings Court of Appeal win
Hopkins Solicitors (instructed for the children) have acted in the recent Court of Appeal case of Re P and E…
New government pilot with Resolution for family disputes
On Tuesday March 26, 2024 the UK Parliment considered a formal question on family resolution and particularly, Resolution’s “Vision For…