It’s entirely possible that anyone reading reports of some of the divorces which feature in our national newspapers might conclude that the entire process is highly dramatic. The reality is that most marriages are brought to a legal conclusion in a relatively straightforward fashion. Although sometimes distressing for those involved, there is little of the […]
Read moreFor most of us, family life is something rather private. Away from work and even friends, spending time at home represents a form of sanctuary. However, there are individuals who have established enormous profile and great wealth from displaying even relatively intimate family moments to a watching audience. Although the trend arguably started with a […]
Read moreOf all the differences in the make-up of British households over the course of the last generation, one of the most significant has been the continued rise in cohabitation. Earlier this month, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) published figures showing how the number of heterosexual cohabitating couples in England and Wales had more than […]
Read moreIt is a myth that family lawyers like myself derive some pleasure from dealing with divorce. The idea that we might revel in often lengthy marriages falling apart is utterly incorrect. I would suggest that the reality is, in fact, the opposite. Given how stressful divorce can be, those who make it as simple as […]
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