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March 02, 2026
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What is parental alienation and what can I do?

Explore what parental alienation is, the warning signs to look out for, and how it can affect children. The Family Law team can provide clear, confidential advice to help you take the right next steps.

Catherine Cain
Family
January 15, 2026
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How do I get a divorce or end a civil partnership?

Leaving someone you’re married to is a big step, but if you are wanting to do this the best way is through a divorce. A divorce is the legal ending of a marriage. If you’re in a civil partnership it is called a dissolution, but the process is the same.

Bradie Pell
Family
April 24, 2025
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Faster, more cost effective separations may be coming in a new family court pilot

A new fast track court procedure being piloted in Yorkshire courts brings hopes of speedier and cheaper court settlements in matrimonial finances cases .

Juliet Walker
Family
October 14, 2024
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The collaborative family law approach: why separating couples should consider it

 For couples looking for divorce solicitors, the collaborative approach offers several distinct advantages over the traditional court-based route.

Toby Netting
Family
May 03, 2024
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Changes to Family Procedure Rules are in effect – what does this mean?

This week marks the first week following the changes to the Family Procedure Rules (FPR) that came into force on 29 April 2024. But what are the changes and what do they mean for separating couples?

Samantha Downes
Family
April 13, 2023
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Did divorce just become less taxing?

There’s some good news for separating married couples and civil partners in the Spring Finance Bill 2023.

Toby Netting
Family
March 27, 2023
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Compulsory mediation in the family courts?

The government is considering if the Family Court should be given the power to compel separated parents or divorcing parties to mediate and not litigate.

Toby Netting
Family
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