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Alternatives to court in separation – Part 3: The benefits of the collaborative process.

27Nov

In the collaborative process an agreement is signed at the outset which commits both parties and lawyers to resolve issues without court proceedings.

Resolution Press Release – 26th November 2014

26Nov

Businesses in THE North East are suffering as a result of divorce and separation. That’s the finding of a new piece of research from family law not for profit group Resolution.

Insurers taken to court over claims conduct.

26Nov

Personal injury specialists Gavin Edmonson have appealed against the decision that an insurance company’s direct contact and subsequent settlement with their clients was lawful.

Alternatives to court for separating couples – Part 1: What to expect from mediation.

25Nov

Mediation involves the appointment of a neutral third party mediator, who encourages the couple to reach their own agreements.

Resolution survey reveals the impact of divorce on children

24Nov

A report published by Resolution today has outlined the effect of a parent’s divorce or separation on children.

Road Safety Week promotes mutual respect on our roads.

20Nov

Brake suggest that drivers make a pledge of behaviours that will keep themselves and others safe on the road.

Separating couple spends third of assets on divorce fees

18Nov

Initial high costs were due to expensive reports intended to value the husband’s business interests. Investigations were commissioned by both parties, comprising of six reports and a joint statement, costing £154,000.

Child maintenance payments and credit rating.

12Nov

A new DWP measure will be introduced which aims to target those who fail to pay child maintenance.

Coalition’s ‘Family Test’ to guide policy decisions

05Nov

The coalition has published details of its ‘Family Test’ – a compulsory set of questions to be considered by all civil servants when drafting any changes in law and policy.

Rise in cost of divorce petition abandoned

28Oct

Government plans to increase the cost of filing for a divorce petition have been quietly dropped.

All Change – Family Law Update

20Oct

The presumption of “Parental Involvement” is to come into force on Wednesday 22nd October 2014. The new law will require family courts to presume that each parent’s involvement in a child’s life will further their welfare – where it is safe.

A Taste Of Home

03Oct

Boro’s Nigerian international defender Kenneth Omeruo celebrated his country’s national day by enjoying some traditional ...

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