A Practical Guide for Separated Parents Halloween can be a difficult time for separated or divorced parents. Figuring out who spends the evening with the children, who buys the costumes, and how to handle the evening routine often leads to unnecessary stress and...
When a relationship ends, the narrative around divorce is often dominated by legal dramas. We’re taught to expect dramatic courtroom showdowns, frantic calls with solicitors, and a huge drain on savings. If your ex is high-conflict, prone to angry outbursts,...
Going through a separation or divorce is rarely straightforward. When a relationship ends, it is incredibly easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of decisions that need to be made. From sorting out living arrangements and dividing assets to the deeply emotional...
People often say that you think you will never love anything as much as your own children, until you have grandchildren. That unique bond makes it especially painful when a relationship breakdown in the family threatens to put a distance between you and the children...
A guide on how the family mediation process works for unmarried separating couples, including property and child arrangements When an unmarried couple separates in the UK, they face a unique set of challenges. Because English family law treats unmarried couples very...
What the New Government Proposals Mean for Unmarried Couples in Kent If you are living with your partner but aren't married or in a civil partnership, you might be surprised by how little legal protection you actually have if things go wrong. There is a widespread...
When a relationship breaks down, the noise of separation can be overwhelming. As parents, you are trying to deal with massive life changes, untangle finances, and figure out the best path forward. Amidst the stress, it is easy to worry about how your children are...
Families going through a separation or divorce often face an overwhelming amount of stress, particularly when trying to figure out what the future looks like for their children. It is completely natural to want to shield your children from the details of the breakup....
How to Keep the Peace Across Two Households Parenting a teenager or tween is hard work at the best of times. But the government’s plan to block under-16s from apps like TikTok, Instagram, and Snapchat by next spring has left a lot of us wondering how on earth we’re...
The 2026 Cohabitation Law Shake-up and What It Means in Kent If you are living with your partner in Kent but are not legally married or in a civil partnership, you are part of one of the fastest-growing household types in the UK. However, you are also likely relying...
The latest figures reveal a family justice system under immense pressure. Across the region, a shortage of judges and an increase in self-represented "litigants in person" mean that simple disputes over child holiday rotas or asset divisions are taking months to even...
You could be eligible for 100% free family mediation and free legal help. Avoid court and resolve disputes out of court with Kent Family Mediation Service Going through a separation or divorce is incredibly stressful, especially when you are trying to figure out child...