The number of marriages in England and Wales has been in almost constant decline for the past four decades, so recent figures showing that there had been a slight rebound were the cause for genuine cheer among its proponents.
According to the Office of National Statistics, 3.7% more...
(0) Comments | Posted 25 April 2012 | 10:06
The break-up of a marriage can exact a significant price on those involved. Children, family, friends and even pets can all be affected to some degree in addition to the husband and wife.
To the emotional toll can be added the financial elements of separation - lump sums, property transfers,...
(0) Comments | Posted 10 November 2011 | 11:05
The changing face of British family life has meant that, sadly, break-up is a common occurrence.
Whether couples are married or not, they frequently involve legal proceedings to tie up the loose ends of relationships - dividing what joint assets which might have been built up during a marriage,...
(6) Comments | Posted 12 October 2011 | 00:00
Almost anyone living outside London knows that when you pop to the city for work or pleasure, you're likely to pay a few per cent more for meals, hotels and everyday items than you will elsewhere across the UK.
Even so, those of us working in family law have found...
(1) Comments | Posted 1 May 2012 | 00:00