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Pension Sharing On Divorce

SIPP. SSAS. DB. PODE. DC. PSO. PAG. If you've worked out that this is pension terminology, then you're ahead of 60% of the population. In a press release on 5 January 2026, the Money and Pensions Service identified...

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Hunters

Guide To Postnuptial Agreements: Expert Legal Advice From Our Solicitors (23 January 2026) (Video)

When a married couple experiences changes in their relationship or circumstances, many couples consider putting financial arrangements in writing through a postnuptial agreement.

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Can WhatsApp Messages Decide Financial Outcomes On Divorce?

Digital communication now plays a central role in how couples manage their relationships, both in good times and bad.

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Buckles Law

Divorce - But Who Gets The Beloved Pets

For many married couples the holiday period from Christmas to New Year is a time when the stress of a troubled relationship forces a decision to divorce.

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Giambrone & Partners

How Does Divorce Affect Shareholdings And Business Interests?

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Barnes Law

A Divorced Christmas Carol: A Story Of Reflection And Change In 2025

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Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

How The Budget Influences Divorce, Financial Settlements And Family Wealth Planning

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Buckles Law

Are You Planning To Divorce In Tunisia? Do You Know The Documents You Will Require?

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Giambrone & Partners

The Inter-play Between English Law And Islamic Law – Divorce

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Gardner Leader

The Inter-play Between English Law And Islamic Law – Mahr

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Gardner Leader

The Inter-play Between English Law And Islamic Law – Am I Legally Married?

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Gardner Leader

Pension On Divorce Expert (PODE) Report: What Is It And When Is It Needed? (26 November 2025)

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Spousal Maintenance – Everything You Need To Know (Video)

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Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

Child Placement And Co-Parenting In The Event Of Divorce - New Case Law From Rome

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Giambrone & Partners

Beyond The Buzz: What Is Driving Stablecoin Adoption? (Podcast)

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A&O Shearman

Employer Compliance Essentials: Navigating The UK Right To Work Check Scheme (Podcast)

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Mayer Brown

Hiring For Startups: A Straightforward Guide

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Lewis Silkin

What's Happening In NI Employment Law In 2026?

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Lewis Silkin

New National Minimum Wage Rates For April 2026

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didlaw

Children In Divorce: Custody, Care And Control, And Access (Video)

Custody, care and control, and access are often misunderstood in divorce. In this video, we break down what each term really means, how they affect your role in your child's life, and the options available...

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Withers LLP

I've Been Married Less Than A Year – Can I Still Get A Divorce?

It's not where anyone expects to end up. You marry or enter into a civil partnership full of love and hope for the future, then before the first anniversary approaches, it's clear things just aren't working out.

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Buckles Law

Formation And Breakdown Of Marital Relationships: An Immigration And Family Law Perspective

In this first blog, we will cover all things formation – marriage, civil partnerships, location, visas, pre-nup, and the acquisition of assets.

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Burness Paull

Good Divorce Week 2025: How Mediation Helps (10 November 2025)

Good Divorce Week 2025 returns this year with an important reminder that family breakdown does not have to mean conflict. Led by Resolution...

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Can I Take My Child Abroad After Divorce?

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Buckles Law

Good Divorce Week – Divorce Doesn't Always Mean Going To Court (11 November 2025)

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Supporting Neurodivergent Families: The Role Of Fidget Tools In Court (6 November 2025)

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Remarriage Without Closure: Why Timing Your New Beginning Matters Legally And Financially

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Buckles Law

Dogs After Divorce – Are We Barking Up The Wrong Tree?

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Burness Paull

Is A Declaration Of Trust Enough?

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Gardner Leader

Domestic Abuse: Exceptional Or Everyday?

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Withers LLP

Dividing Crypto Assets In Divorce

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Buckles Law

Dividing Assets In Divorce: House Or Pension? (17 October 2025)

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Finality And Funding: The Implications Of A Clean Break Following CC v UU

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Hunters

Domestic Abuse: Exceptional Or Everyday?

The Domestic Abuse Commissioner's report tells us that domestic abuse is everyday business in the family courts. But, for the conduct of one of the parties to affect financial remedies...

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Withers LLP

Dividing Crypto Assets In Divorce

Cryptocurrencies, from Bitcoin and Ethereum to a growing array of digital tokens, are no longer niche financial instruments reserved for tech enthusiasts.

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Buckles Law

Dividing Assets In Divorce: House Or Pension? (17 October 2025)

It is important to address the legal and financial considerations when deciding between retaining the family home or a share of pension assets in a separation.

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Finality And Funding: The Implications Of A Clean Break Following CC v UU

The judgment of Peel J in CC v UU [2025] EWFC 214 provides a further glimpse of the LSPO regime, and seeks to establish definitively when the opportunity to seek an LSPO ceases.

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Hunters

Potanina v Potanin - Court Of Appeal Decision Concludes A Game Of Snakes & Ladders

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Withers LLP

Alex Brereton Comments On Potanina v Potanin Judgment's Impact On International Divorce Claims

Alex Brereton, Partner in our Family & Relationships department, has commented on the Court of Appeal's recent decision in Potanina v Potanin (No.2)...

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Hunters

Asset Division: Navigating The Complexities Of Divorce (Video)

Dividing assets in a divorce can be complex and emotionally charged. In this video, we explain how courts in different jurisdictions approach asset division, what factors influence the outcome, and how to protect...

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Withers LLP

Family Law Through A Trauma-informed Lens

This means we recognise the lasting effects of trauma and work collaboratively to ensure our clients are supported at every stage with understanding, sensitivity and care.

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Burness Paull

Supporting Neurodivergent Clients In The Family Courts: Reflections On The Family Justice Council's 2025 Guidance (1 September 2025)

In January 2025, the Family Justice Council (FJC) issued new Guidance on Neurodiversity in the Family Justice System for Practitioners, setting out vital principles for working...

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Do I Have To Stay In The House Until The Divorce Is Finalised?

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Herrington Carmichael

Untying The Knot: Ten Most Common Questions

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Rothera Bray

Addressing Hidden Assets In Divorce: Ensuring Transparency And Fairness (26 August 2025)

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Pre-nups: A Different Type Of Insurance Policy

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Burness Paull

How To Protect Your Business In Divorce

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Parker Bullen

Back-To-School And Separation: Starting Divorce Proceedings In The UK

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Herrington Carmichael

How Do You Legally End A Civil Partnership?

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Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

How English Judges Decide The Finances On Divorce – And What Standish v Standish Means For You

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Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

Why Choosing A Qualified Divorce Lawyer Matters In Family Law Proceedings

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Parker Bullen

Post-Nups vs Settlement Agreements: The Battle For A Clean Break In PN v SA [2025] EWFC 141

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Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

Jurisdiction Plays A Key Role When Getting A Divorce: Considering The Financial Advantages Of A Divorce In The UK Or Abroad

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Hunters

Pets Are Property – But Should They Be? How Pets Are Treated On Divorce

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Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

Prenuptial Agreements After Helliwell v Entwistle: What You Need To Know

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Spencer West

How Much Should I Tell My Teen About My Divorce? Balancing Curiosity With Boundaries

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Herrington Carmichael

What's Mine Might Stay Mine: Supreme Court Rules On Pre-Marital Gifts: Standish v Standish (29 July 2025)

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

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Guide To Postnuptial Agreements: Expert Legal Advice From Our Solicitors (23 January 2026) (Video)

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Separating Finances In A Divorce | The Divorce Financial Process (Video)

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IBB Law

What To Do: UK Spouse Visa Post-Divorce｜Maintain Your UK Visa After Divorce (Video)

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Latitude Law

Family Law Webinar: The 99%ers: What Do Real New Worth Clients Need? | Series Two | Part Three (Video)

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Bindmans LLP

Removing Friction Caused By Traditional Courtroom Divorce (Video)

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Withers LLP

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