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When growing apart doesn’t have to be the end of your relationship

Genevieve Gresset, an expert relationship coach, explores what growing apart is and if it does really need to mean the end of your relationship. After working with couples for over thirty years, I can tell you this with certainty: most relationships don’t end in a dramatic implosion. They dissolve slowly, quietly, through absence. Not the…

The remarriage trap

The remarriage trap is sadly not the sequel to the Parent Trap, the famous Lindsay Lohan movie where twins separated because of their parent’s acrimonious divorce meet by chance and end up trying to get their parents back together. It is, in fact, something more legally concerning. Zanariah Webster, a Senior Associate, explores what the…

Prenuptial agreement mistakes and how to avoid them

Wedding season is in full swing and so are enquiries to family lawyers for prenuptial agreements. In this blog, Senior Associate Nicole Turner looks at the common mistakes couples make when it comes to prenups, and how to avoid them. Family law often follows particular patterns. We tend to have people asking about divorce proceedings…

Handling the judgement of others during your divorce

Divorce, despite being a common occurrence in contemporary society, remains one of the most emotionally taxing experiences a person can endure. It’s a life-altering event that brings about significant changes, not just in your personal life but in your social interactions as well. One of the many challenges faced during this time is dealing with…

How to get through Father’s Day when you are a single Mum

“I’m a single mum; this is why I dread Father’s Day” As Father’s Day approaches, partner divorce coach Kate Nestor shares her tips to help single Mum’s navigate the day. Solo parenting brings challenges year-round, but the annual Mother’s and Father’s Days can bring additional issues for parents and children. For single Mums facing another…

How to overcome loneliness after divorce or a break-up

Anyone can experience loneliness. Whether alone or in company, we each have different reasons for feeling lonely. However, if chronic or long-term loneliness is left unresolved, it can begin to impact our mental health. Divorce or separation means letting go of some areas of your life that are no longer right for you and brings inevitable change….

Law Commission recommends laws around wills be amended

On 16th May 2025, the Law Commission released their final report on Modernising Wills Law. The report, alongside a draft bill, have been presented to Parliament for review, and the Government have released an initial response, welcoming the report and its detailed consideration. The law around wills in England and Wales has remained largely the…

Staying together for the kids? Why that might be doing more harm than good

Catherine Cooke, accredited divorce coach, looks at the belief that staying together for the kids is the healthiest thing to, and where this could be misplaced protection. “Children don’t need a perfect family. They need emotionally healthy parents.” When you’re in a marriage that’s gone flat—or even quietly toxic—it’s easy to cling to the idea…

How to tell your friends and family about your divorce

In this article, divorce coach Chloe Oudiz explores sharing the news of your divorce with those closest to you. Navigating these conversations can be a minefield, and keeping your own wellbeing central is key. Chloe explains how to manage the fear around telling people, how to tell your mutual friends, and protecting yourself. Telling others…