Divorce is stressful. In fact, according to the Social Readjustment Rating Scale (SRRS), it is the second most stressful life event, with only ‘death of a spouse/child’ beating it to the No.1 spot. Interestingly, ‘marriage’ sits at No.7!... Read More
Divorce and Financial/Property Settlement are two different and separate Family Law matters, but they are commonly confused as one single matter.... Read More
Being in a family unit with a partner and children is a life full of company, conversation, activity .. and the feeling that you barely get a minute to yourself. For this reason, when you separate and become a co-parent or sole-parent, your world will change dramatically in many ways. One emotion which many single parents experience, often unexpectedly, is loneliness. ... Read More
Getting divorced is a lengthy process, in some cases it can last for years. From accepting that your relationship is failing, through to the practicalities of separating and the financial separation, it can be easy to lose sight of what life will be like when it is over. ... Read More
Relationships are complex. They can be utterly wonderful, truly awful and everything in-between. It doesn’t matter how much you love your partner, no relationship will work without effort from both sides. In fact, you may have put so much effort into your relationship that if it hits stormy waters, neither party wants to admit it.... Read More
Divorce parties are all the rage these days. For different people they signify different things. For some they mark the end of an era and the beginning of a new one. For others they are an opportunity to let your hair down after the stress of their separation.... Read More
A family breakup often results in children being co-parented. This is when two parents share their duties to raise their children. It is a great way to role model what a healthy, low-conflict relationship can look like in a separated family.... Read More
The more support you have during a relationship separation, the better. This can range from friends and family, right through to professional services, support groups and even apps.... Read More
Getting divorced is challenging on many levels. First-up is protecting your children. Next, there’s the many practicalities, such as dividing assets and moving house. Then, on top of all this comes a rollercoaster of emotions that are often suppressed in an effort to simply ‘get by’.... Read More