I am a solicitor and, working in family law, that means that I am a litigator in an adversarial court system that pitches one person against another on a daily basis.  But family law is ...

This week is Good Divorce Week but what does that actually mean? Resolution is shining a light on the idea that, while separation is never easy, it doesn’t have to be destructive. The p ...

No matter your age or financial position, having a valid, up-to-date Will is one of the most important steps in protecting your assets and the people you care about. By discussing your ...

Getting married or entering into a civil partnership represents a major legal and financial commitment. While many couples take steps to safeguard their financial position in the event ...

Grandparents often play a vital role in the lives of their grandchildren, providing love, support, and stability. However, when families experience breakdown due to divorce, separation, ...

Lessons from Standish v Standish [2025] UKSC 26 Introduction Yesterday the UK Supreme Court took the opportunity to clarify the law as to how the sharing principle applies to non-matrim ...

Sian Lias and Elizabeth Taylor of Phillips Law are pleased to collaborate with Steven Vallery of S4 Financial in this joint article exploring the importance of pre-nuptial agreements. L ...

What happens when you have a child/children under the age of 18 and you pass away? Who will look after them and will it be a straightforward process? When a parent appoints a legal guar ...

After many years of success, we are delighted that the Ministry of Justice has extended this scheme for a further 12 months so that family mediation remains a financially accessible opt ...