Archive of: 2020
Lawyers 'should be last resort for separating families'
New Report calls for family breakdown to be moved away from court or family ‘justice’ response.
Tougher line on excessive solicitor costs
Move to curb solicitors giving instructions to sign off a bill with higher hourly rates than the retainer would allow.
Rapid research report highlights difficulties and strengths in remote family court systems
A recent survey commissioned to investigate the remote family court system brought into place in light of the pandemic, found that the overwhelming majority of legal professionals believe the courts are working more smoothly. Some reported benefits to working remotely, for both clients and themselves.
Easier and better informed access to family law services
Seeking support with a family law matter such as a divorce, separation, pre-nuptial agreement, making a will or probate issues can prove intimidating and stressful.
COVID-19 guidance: Separated Families and Contact with Children in Care
The House of Commons have published some helpful brief information in response to some key questions regarding the impact of the pandemic on separated families, maintenance arrangements and access to children.
Women more likely than men to have only the basic state pension to survive on after divorce
A recently published report outlines some alarming statistics on women’s pensions. Women still end up with less pension income than men in the UK; currently 40% less than men on average upon retirement.
Figures show worryingly small proportion of divorcing couples seek financial advise
Pensions and finances can often be overlooked during divorce or separation.