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Family Articles
Child Abduction Proceedings and Defences under the 1980 Hague Convention (2 August 2024)
Rabia Khan explores the mechanisms and legal frameworks of the 1980 Hague Convention on International Child Abduction Read more...
King’s Speech Unveils Labour’s Ambitious Victims, Courts, and Public Protection Bill (22 July 2024)
Lily Grimshaw discusses the key provisions of Labour’s proposed Victims, Courts and Public Protection Bill Read more...
Five Surprising Facts About High Net Worth Divorce (17 July 2024)
Tayyaba Ahmad reveals some of the unique challenges that arise in high net worth divorces Read more...
The Hidden Costs of ‘Quick’ Online Divorces (10 July 2024)
Family law expert explains why legal advice is still crucial in the no-fault divorce era Read more...
The Use of Prohibited Steps Orders to Limit Parental Responsibility (27 June 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ Oliver Amos looks at some of the steps available in the family law courts to protect children Read more...
The Limitations of Hair Strand Drug Testing (11 June 2024)
Family law specialist Marilyn Edwards explores recent developments in hair strand drug testing Read more...
Judge’s Decision to Slash Divorce Settlement by £20M Examined (11 June 2024)
Asset division and matrimonial and non-matrimonial wealth in light of landmark ruling on sheep farming tycoon’s settlement Read more...
What is the Penalty for Hiding Assets in Divorce? (7 June 2024)
Divorce lawyer explains the crucial role of full and frank disclosure in High-Net-Worth Divorce proceedings Read more...
Arbitration: Effective Family Dispute Resolution without a Court of Law (13 May 2024)
Our family law team examines the benefits of ADR if a court ordeal causes you more stress Read more...
Understanding Internal and External Relocation Following Separation (10 May 2024)
Family lawyer explains the key factors considered by the court in deciding whether to grant an application for relocation Read more...
Why One Lie Doesn't Discredit Everything Person Says in the Family Court (8 May 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ Libby Thompson examines the Lucas Principle and Plausible Motives for Lying Read more...
How are pensions divided during divorce? (26 April 2024)
Family law expert Taryn Brandt explains how pensions are split during divorce or dissolution. Read more...
Understanding Property Disputes During Separation When Traditional Family Law Does Not Suit You (25 March 2024)
TOLATA can help families and couples resolve tricky situations says Duncan Lewis’ expert divorce team Read more...
Capital Gains Tax in Divorce Demystified (4 March 2024)
Duncan Lewis’ family law team explains recent changes to transfer of assets rules between spouses and civil partners Read more...
Family Court Transparency Pilot Allowing Media and Bloggers to Report on Family Proceedings Expanded (19 December 2023)
Pilot helping family law to be better understood says Duncan Lewis’ Anand Virdi Read more...
Navigating Post-Brexit Changes in Divorce and Finance Law for Residents of England and Wales (14 December 2023)
The UK’s split from the European Union and its effects examined by Duncan Lewis’ family law team Read more...
Changes to the Public Law Outline Process in the Family Division Explained (28 November 2023)
The revamped PLO should minimise hearings and ensure proceedings complete within 26 weeks Read more...
‘Love-bombing’: Recognising Early Signs of an Abusive Relationship (24 October 2023)
It is more important than ever to build awareness of coercive control, says Duncan Lewis' caseworker Una Graham Read more...
Navigating UK Divorce Law while Living Abroad as an Expat (16 October 2023)
Expert legal guidance can ensure an amicable divorce process, safeguard your property and assets for both you and your children Read more...
New Law to Suspend Parental Responsibility for Jailed Partner Killers (4 October 2023)
Family Law Success for ‘Jade’s Law’ campaign Read more...
Government refusal to give honour-based abuse a statutory definition is disappointing for family law (20 September 2023)
Ministers’ rejection of a key plank of the Women and Equalities Committee’s report risks stunting progress Read more...
Prioritising Children's Wellbeing During Divorce or Separation (18 September 2023)
How the Planning Together for Children' Programme Can Help Parents Avoid Damaging Court Intervention Read more...
What happens to any assets I sold or transferred 24 months before starting divorce proceedings? (18 September 2023)
Disposals can be reversed when proven to be designed to defeat matrimonial claims Read more...
The Legal Aid Agency extends access to vital legal support for millions of vulnerable people (25 August 2023)
As of May 2023, the Legal Aid Agency has extended access to publicly funded legal support for vulnerable people, targeting victim of domestic abuse and children Read more...
Separating complex financial and ownership structures in divorce for High Net Worth individuals (22 August 2023)
Disagreements often arise as to whether the assets of a particular Trust are matrimonial and open for division between the parties, or alternatively, whether they are non-matrimonial and should be excluded from the “matrimonial pot”. Read more...
Navigating the Division of Cryptocurrency in Matrimonial Finance Cases (17 August 2023)
Cryptocurrency is a digital currency that can be traded without the need for a central monetary authority such as bank or government. As of 2023, there is estimated to be over 420 million cryptocurrency users worldwide. Read more...
The Rise of Female Genital Mutilation and the Legal Routes to Stopping it? (15 August 2023)
If you suspect someone is planning to take a child abroad for FGM contact a specialist family solicitor Read more...
Handbag Divorces - Dealing with the Division of Luxury Items in Divorce (9 August 2023)
Family law solicitor Jaspreet Rai explains what happens to material assets such as tech, jewellery and cars in a split Read more...
Who pays the legal costs in divorce? Family law questions answered (25 July 2023)
In what circumstances will I be responsible for paying my spouses legal costs in divorce? (Article and video) Read more...
Can my spouse make a claim against my parents for what I may inherit in their will? Family law explained (20 July 2023)
Check out our latest family law blog and video on future inheritances Read more...
Is your overseas divorce recognised in the UK (13 June 2023)
Not all divorces are created equal and if it is not recognised here it can cause huge problems if you want to remarry Read more...
Cannot agree on a school for your child with an ex-partner? Your legal rights explained. (18 April 2023)
Separated couples often disagree over a child’s schooling so it is vital you both know your rights, says Duncan Lewis solicitor Amanda Willmore Read more...
New ‘No Fault‘ Divorce Law in Practice: One Year On (5 April 2023)
Applications for divorce have soared by 50% in the past year, but the new law is not without its challenges, writes Duncan Lewis' Natalie Bapty Read more...
The Family Justice System and Autism – Room for Improvement (29 March 2023)
Duncan Lewis solicitor Alia Lewis, and mum to an autistic 8-year-old, looks at the issues for World Autism Acceptance Week Read more...
Stephen Bear’s ‘revenge porn’ case sets benchmark for future prosecutions (28 March 2023)
Jailing of reality star provides hope for victims that the offence is being taken more seriously Read more...
The Court of Protection assists those who lack mental capacity to make important decisions but how does it work? (20 March 2023)
When someone is deemed unable to make decisions for themselves it is vital to ensure their voice is still heard Read more...
No Fault Divorce and How it Works (17 February 2023)
The Duncan Lewis divorce team explain the ins and outs of the new law in an article and video Read more...
What are matrimonial and non-matrimonial assets, and how are they split during divorce? (3 February 2023)
Duncan Lewis' Amanda Willmore and Hemna Fargi explain the division of assets in divorce: blog/video Read more...
Maintenance Payment Options in Divorce Proceedings Explained (2 February 2023)
Separation is challenging enough, so it's important to know how maintenance payments work Read more...