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Key Questions to Consider Before Entering into a Prenuptial Agreement
A prenuptial agreement is more than protecting pre-marital assets. Before signing, couples should carefully consider how property, pensions, inheritances, children and future life changes may affect their financial arrangements. This...
The Property Transfer That Failed: A Warning for Parents Seeking to Avoid or Reduce Child Maintenance Payments
Parents who transfer property in an attempt to avoid or reduce child maintenance payments may find the courts looking beyond the paperwork. In F v EE [2026], the Family Court...
Family Law Consultation Officially Closed On 14 August 2026: How Could It Change The Rights Of Married And Civilly Partnered Couples?
The government’s 2026 consultation proposes significant changes to family law, including reforms to financial remedies on divorce and qualifying nuptial agreements. Our experts explore what the proposed changes could mean...
Enforcing A Final Financial Remedy Order Abroad: Australia And New Zealand
With families and assets increasingly spread across multiple jurisdictions, enforcing a final financial remedy order abroad can be complex. This article examines how money judgments and non‑money orders made in...
A Fairer End to Relationships? What the 2026 Government Consultation Could Mean for Cohabiting Couples
The Government’s 2026 consultation, A Fairer End to Relationships, signals a potential shift in how the law supports cohabiting couples. With proposals covering financial protection, domestic abuse, and inheritance rights,...
Parent Mental Health Day: Child-Focused Alternatives to Court for Separating Parents
Separating can be one of the most stressful experiences a parent will face. In recognition of Parent Mental Health Day, Rebecca Coates, Partner in the Family Law team, outlines child-focused...
Prenuptial Agreements and Mediation: An Expert Overview from Vanessa Friend
Negotiating a prenuptial agreement can feel daunting, but mediation offers a calm and confidential way to discuss the terms openly. Vanessa Friend, Head of Mediation, explains how mediation works in...
Travelling Abroad with Children When Separated: Legal Tips for the Summer Holidays
Summer holidays can cause disagreements between separated parents over child arrangements. If there’s a Child Arrangements Order, it will usually cover this; otherwise, parents must agree. Key points: get permission...
