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Opinion  |  01:03:21

Whilst many parents in the UK are reliant upon the financial support they receive by way of child maintenance payments calculated by the Child Maintenance Service (CMS), there are circumstances where it is possible to increase the amount of maintenance the non-resident pays, if they are a high net worth individual.

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Opinion  |  09:11:20

As we enter this second lockdown, separated parents will once again find themselves having to navigate their way through the additional challenges that arise when managing arrangements for their children.

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Opinion  |  06:10:20

The notion of “no fault divorce” is one that has long been promised, but for couples looking to separate without having to apportion blame, it has been frustratingly out of reach.

However pressure for change has been building and it finally looks like the unfairness of the fault based system is set to end.

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Opinion  |  12:08:20

In divorce proceedings where spouses are unable to agree terms, the family court has the power to decide upon an appropriate financial settlement which meets the parties’ needs. For many separating couples a significant part of their financial settlement will be concerned with the matrimonial home.

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post  |  18:05:20

Recently there has been a notable rise in levels of domestic abuse. MPs across the political parties have demanded that an action plan aimed at tackling these increased levels is implemented urgently, warning that without intervention, society will be dealing with the consequences for a generation.

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post  |  20:11:18

Christmas is a time for families to spend together but what if you have recently separated or divorced? Sadly, it can become a difficult time, with all the usual stresses of Christmas amplified and the added worry of keeping the children happy. Emma McMorrow from our Family team provides five tips to help you manage the festive period.

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