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![Co-parenting tips for divorced parents](images/blog-co-parenting-tips.jpg)
Co-parenting tips for divorced parents
Divorce is rarely easy, especially with children involved.....
![What can I do if I am denied access to my child?](images/blog-denied-access-to-child.jpg)
What can I do if I am denied access to my child?
Being denied access to your child can be a challenging experience.....
![Can a mother stop the father
seeing the child in the UK?](images/blog-can-a-mother-stop-the-father-seeing-the-child.jpg)
Can a mother stop the father seeing the child in the UK?
During a divorce or separation, emotions can run high......
![What should child maintenance cover?](images/blog-what-should-child-maintenance-cover.jpg)
What should child maintenance cover?
Ensuring the wellbeing of your child remains a top priority......
![Parental responsibility: Your rights](images/blog-parental-responsibility.jpg)
Parental responsibility: Your rights in England and Wales
Understanding your parental rights and responsibilities is crucial.....
![How can I see my child without going to court?](images/blog-mediation-or-solicitor.jpg)
Mediation or solicitor for divorce? Why collaboration is key
While mediators and solicitors may seem to offer different paths.. .....
![Separation agreements: everything you need to know](images/blog-separation-agreements.jpg)
Separation agreements: everything you need to know
Navigating a divorce can be a challenging and emotional time. .....
![How can I see my child without going to court?](images/blog-how-can-i-see-my-child-without-going-to-court.jpg)
How can I see my child without going to court?
Navigating the path of parenthood can be a daunting journey.. .....
![What rights does a father have to see his child?](images/blog-what-rights-does-a-father-have-to-see-his-child.jpg)
What rights does a father have to see his child?
It is not uncommon for a parent to refer to their ability to have a relationship with their child....
![A guide to child arrangements](images/blog-a-guide-to-child-arrangements.jpg)
A guide to child arrangements
The journey of figuring out child arrangements after separation can be tough....
![A guide to high net worth divorce mediation](images/blog-divorce-and-family-business.jpg)
Divorce & family business: practical & legal considerations
Navigating a divorce can be a challenging and emotional time. .....
![A guide to high net worth divorce mediation](images/blog-high-net-worth-divorce.jpg)
A guide to high net worth divorce mediation
High net worth divorces aren't just your everyday marital separations. They involve intricate financial.....
![Financially preparing for a divorce](images/blog-financially-preparing-for-a-divorce.jpg)
Preparing financially for divorce: essential steps & advice
Going through a divorce is an emotionally taxing experience, and it can also be financially draining........
![What am I entitled to in a divorce?](images/blog-what-am-i-entitled-to-after-divorce.jpg)
What am I entitled to in a divorce?
Divorce can be a complex and emotionally challenging process.....
![Preparing for a divorce](images/blog-preparing-for-divorce.jpg)
Preparing for a divorce
Divorce is a significant life event that involves a host of emotional, legal, and financial complexities........
![I Own Half a House: What are My Rights](images/blog-i-own-half-a-house.jpg)
I Own Half a House: What are My Rights
Navigating the complexities of co-owning a property can be challenging, especially when issues like divorce come into play....
![How much does it cost to get divorced in the UK?](images/blog-how-much-does-it-cost-to-get-divorced.jpg)
How much does it cost to get divorced in the UK?
Getting divorced comes with a range of costs. In the UK, the average cost is cited as being around £15,000.....
![Buying a House After Separation, Before Divorce](images/blog-buying-a-house-after-separation-before-divorce.jpg)
Buying a house after separation, before divorce
Finding a new place to live is one of the many challenges that can arise when navigating the divorce process.......
![Family Mediation Voucher Scheme: Check Your Eligibility](images/blog-family-mediation-voucher-scheme.jpg)
Family mediation voucher scheme: check your eligibility
Family disputes can be challenging and emotionally draining, especially when children are involved......
![Mandatory Mediation: The Good, the Bad, and the Struggling](images/blog-mandatory-mediation.jpg)
Mandatory mediation: the good, the bad, and the struggling
Government Consultation: Supporting earlier resolution of private family law arrangements.......
![What to do if your child refuses contact with the other parent](images/blog-child-refuses-contact-with-other-parent.jpg)
What to do if your child refuses contact with the other parent
Dealing with a situation where your child refuses to see their other parent can be challenging.......
![What questions does a mediator ask a child?](images/blog-what-questions-does-a-mediator-ask-a-child.jpg)
What questions does a mediator ask a child?
Navigating family disputes and divorces can be challenging, and it's essential to prioritise the wellbeing of children involved.......
![A Guide to Financial Settlements & Arrangements in a Divorce](images/blog-a-guide-to-financial-settlements.jpg)
Financial settlements & arrangements in a divorce
Getting divorced is a significant life event that can come with several challenges. It’s an emotional process where both ex-partners have a lot to consider......
![No fault divorce](images/blog-no-fault-divorce.jpg)
No fault divorce: everything you need to know
Divorce is never an easy decision, but sometimes it's necessary to move forward in life.......
![A guide to child-inclusive mediation](images/blog-child-inclusive-mediation.jpg)
A guide to child-inclusive mediation
Divorce can be a difficult and stressful experience for children, and their well-being should be a top priority......
![Mind your mediation language](images/blog-mind-language.jpg)
Mind your language!
Separating from a partner can leave you feeling hurt, frustrated, betrayed, scared for the future, unconfident, depressed and more......
![What happens to property in a divorce?](images/blog-property-after-divorce.jpg)
What happens to property in a divorce?
For many married couples, their family home is often the most valuable matrimonial asset......
![How does online mediation work?](images/blog-online-mediation.jpg)
How does online mediation work?
In recent years, online mediation has become increasingly common. It shares the same goal as traditional in-person mediation;.....
![What is financial mediation](images/blog-financial-mediation.jpg)
What is financial mediation?
If you're going through a divorce or separation, you might well be looking for a way to reach a fair agreement.....
![What happens if one party does not attend mediation?](images/blog-if-one-party-does-not-attend-mediation.jpg)
What happens if one party does not attend mediation?
Mediation is designed to bring disputing individuals together, with the aim of reaching an agreement......
![How long does family mediation take?](images/blog-how-long-does-family-mediation-take.jpg)
How long does family mediation take?
Family mediation is a process in which a neutral third party, known as a mediator, helps people.....
![9 tips for a successful mediation](images/blog-9-tips-for-a-successful-mediation.jpg)
9 Tips for a successful mediation
Family mediation is a process that helps individuals reach an agreement on a range of family issues, such as divorce.....
![legal aid for mediation](images/blog-legal-aid-for-mediation.jpg)
Legal aid for mediation
Legal aid is funding from the government that helps cover the costs of family mediation. .....
![spousal maintenance](images/blog-spousal-maintenance.jpg)
The complete guide to spousal maintenance
When a marriage or civil partnership ends in England or Wales, as part of the financial settlement.....
![Going to court after mediation](images/blog-going-to-court-after-mediation.jpg)
Going to court after mediation: what happens next?
Mediation is a process that helps individuals find a mutually agreeable resolution for their disputes.....
![Making a parenting plan](images/blog-parenting-plan.jpg)
Making a parenting plan
A parenting plan is a written document created by separated parents that outlines how they will parent their children following separation....
![Can mediation with a narcissist work?](images/blog-can-mediation-with-a-narcissist-work.jpg)
Can mediation with a narcissist work?
Experiencing a relationship breakdown can be difficult at the best of times...
![Grandparents’ rights to see grandchildren](images/blog-grandparents-rights.jpg)
Grandparents’ rights to see grandchildren
his article looks at the rights that grandparents have to see their grandchildren....
![What are the benefits of mediation?](images/blog-benefits-of-mediation.jpg)
What are the benefits of mediation?
Mediation is the process of using an independent third party to help settle a dispute between two or more people...
![The family mediation process: explained](images/blog-the-family-mediation-process.jpg)
The family mediation process: explained
Family mediation is a process that helps people with ongoing disputes come to an agreement so that they can move on with their lives....
![Who pays for family mediation?](images/blog-who-pays-for-mediation.jpg)
Who pays for family mediation?
Family mediation is a process used to resolve disputes with the help of an impartial professionally trained third party...
![Financial consent orders: everything you need to know](images/blog-financial-consent-orders.jpg)
Financial consent orders: everything you need to know
Finances are all too often a contentious issue in divorces...
![Is Mediation Legally Binding?](images/blog-is-mediation-legally-binding.jpg)
Is mediation legally binding?
One of the most commonly asked questions in family mediation is whether it is legally binding....
![How to get a divorce](images/blog-how-to-get-a-divorce.jpg)
How to get a divorce
Getting a divorce can be a long and complicated process, especially if you're not familiar with the legal system....
![A complete guide to divorce mediation](images/blog-guide-to-divorce-mediation.jpg)
A complete guide to divorce mediation
Getting a divorce is a stressful situation for everybody involved....
![What is a MIAM?](images/blog-what-is-a-miam.jpg)
What is a MIAM?
If you are looking to take your family dispute to court, it is likely that you’ll have to attend a mediation information and assessment meeting beforehand...
![How much does mediation cost?](images/blog-how-much-does-mediation-cost.jpg)
How much does mediation cost?
Mediation is a way of resolving disputes without the need to go to court...
![Benefits of online mediation?](images/blog-benefits-of-online-mediation.jpg)
The benefits of online mediation
Following the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, many businesses and organisations had to adapt to remote ways of working...
![What is mediation?](images/blog-what-is-mediation.jpg)
What is mediation?
Mediation is the process by which disputing parties reach their own mutually acceptable settlement with the assistance of a neutral third-party mediator...
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