Emma

New Year’s resolutions and plans come to mind at this time of year.  Family lawyers are well aware that the New Year also is a time when decisions are made about the future of relationships and with the New Year often comes a flurry of enquiries. We know that wherever difficult decisions are made, or received, family members can feel vulnerable and concerned about what is to come in practical terms, financially and legally. These [...]

For many families, sorting out arrangements for time with their children, or how to share finances when there's a separation is challenging.  Emotions run high and discussions can be difficult.  Breakdowns in communication can make matters worse, and the stress of the situation overall impacts on everyone including children and wider family. For some families, mediation offers a real opportunity for discussions about these important issues to take place in a safe and civilised environment. [...]