When a relationship comes to an end, it does not necessarily mean that everything that follows has to become a battle. For many separating couples, one of the biggest concerns is how to resolve the practical issues that come with separation, such as arrangements for children, the family home and finances, without becoming caught up in a lengthy and acrimonious process. Collaborative law offers a different way. What is collaborative law? Collaborative law is a way of resolving

Divorce doesn’t have to mean conflict. For couples who want to separate amicably, a new approach known as ‘one lawyer, two client’ offers a more cooperative and less stressful way forward. This method allows a divorcing couple to work jointly with a single professional to bring their marriage to an end. Representing a significant shift from traditional practices, ‘one lawyer, two client’ divorces focus on cooperation, transparency, and mutual respect. This approach is bes

Family mediation is a process to help couples who are separating or divorcing reach agreement on any issues which are important to them. It is used mainly to resolve issues regarding the arrangements for the children, and property and financial matters, but it can be used to discuss other issues, such as the arrangements for separation; who will issue the divorce proceedings; whether it will be a sole or joint application and many other matters. It is an alternative to the

Divorce can be a challenging and emotionally draining process, particularly when it comes to financial matters.