Legal News : Family Law

Getting advice early will help you know what to expect so you can plan for the process. In this blog, we outline the key steps for the legal process of divorce or dissolution of a…

Many people find that divorce is both financially and emotionally complex. However, it can also be straightforward. Here are five ways that can help make a divorce less stressful. Act early and obtain legal advice…

In recent years, England and Wales have witnessed a curious shift in family law dynamics. The number of divorces has dropped significantly but financial disputes between separating couples are increasing. There were 76,000 divorces in…

In financial matters arising from divorce proceedings, the issue of “loans” often arise. It is common for money to move between family members for a variety of reasons, whether that is to help with debts,…

Mediation for those involved in family law disputes, whether it be divorce, financial or child arrangements matters is an alternative way of resolving matters prior to emotional, stressful and expensive litigation via the family Court….

Sadly, many couples become embroiled in lengthy and costly divorce proceedings which is often referred to as a “messy-divorce” in the media. That does not have to be the case. Here are our top tips…

In March 2025, the Court of Appeal heard the case of Helliwell (respondent) v Entwistle (appellant), which is an interesting case surrounding the binding nature of pre-nuptial agreements. The Appeal was brought by Mr Entwistle…

Valentine’s Day is a time when many couples take the next steps to start planning their future. Whether it’s a new relationship or plans are being made for a romantic proposal, couples often use the…

The Family Law team at BWL are members of Resolution who promote the amicable conclusion of divorce and financial assets and who try to avoid lengthy and costly Court proceedings wherever possible. Such an amicable…

It has almost been a month since the biggest change to divorce law in decades with divorce applications soaring by over 50% in the first week of the “no fault” law being introduced on 6 April…