Whilst some people still use the term ‘common law spouse’ to describe a relationship where a couple cohabit, the reality […]

A report released by the Department of Work and Pensions has revealed how £2.9bn of child maintenance arrears are considered […]

Separating can be a very daunting prospect. One of the considerations will be “do I instruct a lawyer to act […]

The rise of social media such as Facebook and Twitter has led to an increase in digital infidelity, a study […]

The Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offences Act (LASPO) was introduced in April 2013. The introduction of LASPO meant […]

The prevalence of DIY pre-nuptial agreements, often available online for a £100 fee, has increased recently –but few people realise […]

The appointment of 12 new family law Queen’s Counsel has been approved by the Lord Chancellor. The appointments mean there […]

The recent Christmas and New Year period makes us all reflect on the past year and time spent with family […]

This is a comment we hear frequently from unmarried clients asking whether they are entitled to claim an interest in […]

The Ministry of Justice has published what it is calling ‘experimental statistics’ showing family law cases are concluded more quickly […]