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Is it true that divorces peak in September?

Posted on 18/09/2020 | by Debra Emery
This September poses new challenges for separating couples. We as family lawyers often experience a busy period in September. Sadly,…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Coronavirus: will I have to wear a face mask at court?

Posted on 24/07/2020 | by Debra Emery
It has been announced that from 27th July Her Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) will ask everyone going to…
Posted in Coronavirus | Tagged Family and divorce

Coronavirus: weddings can now take place, but should you also consider a pre-nuptial agreement?

Posted on 14/07/2020 | by Debra Emery
The Government recently announced that from 4th July couples can now get married in England with up to 30 guests…
Posted in Coronavirus | Tagged Covid recovery, Family and divorce

Divorce in Scotland and England – how different are the rules?

Posted on 10/07/2020 | by Debra Emery
The recent case of Mr and Mrs Villiers (Villiers v Villiers [2020] UKSC 30) is a reminder that divorce law…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

How to cope with separation and divorce anxiety during Covid-19

Posted on 11/06/2020 | by Debra Emery
The trials of family life are different for everyone but in this crisis situation that we are experiencing now thanks to…
Posted in Coronavirus | Tagged Disputes, Family and divorce

Farming divorces

Posted on 20/05/2020 | by Debra Emery
Dealing with a divorce is stressful enough but when farmers divorce there are usually additional considerations. It is not uncommon…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce, Rural services

How can I resolve things with my ex in self-isolation?

Posted on 31/03/2020 | by Debra Emery
It is a very unsettling and difficult time for us all at the moment, but none more so than for…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Have you taken the cohabitation plunge due to lockdown?

Posted on 30/03/2020 | by Debra Emery
Many couples have taken the romantic or maybe the practical decision to live together during the lockdown so they can…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Covid-19: Finally clarity for separated families

Posted on 24/03/2020 | by Debra Emery
Michael Gove had to apologise this morning on BBC Radio 4 for creating confusion over his comments on Good Morning…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Covid-19: Reality-checking your separation

Posted on 23/03/2020 | by Debra Emery
We are living in unprecedented times. The next 3- 6 months are going to be really challenging for us all.…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Coronavirus – how are child arrangements impacted following a separation or divorce?

Posted on 18/03/2020 | by Debra Emery
What should you do if you and your household are self isolating, but your child[ren] are due to spend time…
Posted in Coronavirus, Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

A family lawyer’s take on The Split

Posted on 11/03/2020 | by Debra Emery
Like many of us who enjoy a gripping legal drama, I have recently enjoyed watching the second series of the…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

I’m getting divorced – what happens to pets?

Posted on 02/03/2020 | by Debra Emery
In a divorce or separation often one of the more contentious and emotive issues can be the question of who…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Top 5 things everyone should know about pre-nups

Posted on 07/02/2020 | by Debra Emery
Pre-nuptial agreements (“pre-nups”) have become more popular in recent years, but they are not just for the rich and famous.…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Is family mediation a cheaper way of sorting out my divorce/separation?

Posted on 20/01/2020 | by Debra Emery
When couples separate or divorce they need to sort out how they are going to divide their finances, and the…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

What if I want to mediate but my husband doesn’t?

Posted on 20/01/2020 | by Debra Emery
Frequently separating or divorcing partners / spouses want to sort out the division of their finances and/or the arrangements for…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

FAQs on mediation

Posted on 14/01/2020 | by Debra Emery
What is mediation?…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

FAQs on arbitration

Posted on 08/01/2020 | by Debra Emery
What is arbitration?…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

New year, new you – can you have a ‘healthy’ divorce?

Posted on 03/01/2020 | by Debra Emery
Along with the pledge to get healthier, this time of year sees many couples decide that the New Year is…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Forum Shopping – where should I get divorced?

Posted on 19/12/2019 | by Debra Emery
Sometimes when a couple divorces it is important to consider which country should and can deal with the divorce. This…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Top FAQs on cohabitation and children

Posted on 10/12/2019 | by Debra Emery
Can I claim on my partners’ house?…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

This New Year’s Eve brings in changes to Civil Partnerships

Posted on 13/11/2019 | by Debra Emery
Since 5th December 2005 it has been possible for members of the same sex to enter into a civil partnership,…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Farming, family and divorce

Posted on 23/10/2019 | by Debra Emery
Dealing with a divorce is stressful enough, but when farmers divorce there are usually additional considerations. It is not uncommon…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

What if my partner tries to hide money in our divorce proceedings?

Posted on 05/09/2019 | by Debra Emery
It is not uncommon for spouses to be worried that their ex will try to hide assets, or lie about…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Family holiday plans gone to Ashes

Posted on 01/08/2019 | by Debra Emery
What you need to know about taking children abroad after separation The Ashes test series has begun, the sun is…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

No10’s first cohabiting couple

Posted on 25/07/2019 | by Debra Emery
As Boris Johnson settles in to his new residence at No 10 Downing Street with girlfriend Carrie Symonds it seems…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Married fathers: an exceptional parental responsibility status?

Posted on 20/06/2019 | by Debra Emery
Recent case law and statutes have reiterated time and again the importance of the child’s welfare. How does this link…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

It’s time to knockout those separating myths‚ĶDing Ding

Posted on 31/05/2019 | by Debra Emery
With heavy weight boxer Anthony Joshua looking for a knock out against his opponent this weekend, we look at 5…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

What if I want to divorce my husband/wife but they have dementia?

Posted on 23/05/2019 | by Debra Emery
Separating from your partner or getting divorced can be traumatic and stressful. As a family law solicitor and mediator I…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Why Paul and Alex Hollywood may regret not continuing with family mediation

Posted on 21/05/2019 | by Debra Emery
The press has recently reported that Paul Hollywood and his wife of 20 years, Alex, will be going to court…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

A new royal baby and the possible legal issues arising with parents from different backgrounds

Posted on 10/05/2019 | by Debra Emery
With the birth of the latest royal baby, Master Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor, we have seen the first mixed race child…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Who do you think you are? The increase in DNA testing

Posted on 15/04/2019 | by Debra Emery
The popular BBC programme “Who Do You Think You Are?” highlights how interested we have all become in our family…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Don’t let your divorce hit the bunker’ 5 easy-to-make mistakes on separation

Posted on 11/04/2019 | by Debra Emery
Any keen golfer (or golf widow) will know that the prospect of teeing off and landing straight in the bunker…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Is divorce all about dividing the prize winnings at the end of a big race?

Posted on 05/04/2019 | by Debra Emery
Separating from your partner can feel as though you are swept up in a never ending steeplechase with ‘money’ being…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Prince Andrew & Fergie – Pre Nuptial Agreement?

Posted on 26/03/2019 | by Debra Emery
The self proclaimed ‘worlds happiest separated couple’ Prince Andrew, Duke of York and Fergie (Sarah Ferguson), may tie the knot…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Family Mediation – covering everything you need

Posted on 22/01/2019 | by Debra Emery
Generally, the issues you face upon a divorce or separation are threefold: legal; emotional and financial.  Mediation is a bespoke…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

What are the benefits of family mediation?

Posted on 21/01/2019 | by Debra Emery
As a family law solicitor and Law Society accredited mediator I regularly assist clients going through a separation or divorce…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Will my ex-wife be able to ask me for more money in the future?

Posted on 30/07/2018 | by Debra Emery
You may have seen in the press recently the case in which the Supreme Court grappled with this question. …
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

How best to protect your assets when in a relationship or contemplating marriage

Posted on 16/05/2018 | by Debra Emery
When you commence a new relationship or get engaged protecting your assets is probably not the first thing on your…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Family Mediation Week

Posted on 25/01/2018 | by Debra Emery
As it is Family Mediation Week I took part in a live Twitter Q & A on Wednesday to answer…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Common mediation misconceptions

Posted on 23/01/2018 | by Debra Emery
I commonly come across the following mediation misconceptions in my role as a family mediator:…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Divorce case of Mrs and Mr Owens

Posted on 16/02/2017 | by Debra Emery
In the wake of the striking divorce case of Mrs and Mr Owens, BBC Radio Solent spoke to Debra Emery,…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

Protecting the bank of mum and dad

Posted on 02/02/2017 | by Debra Emery
As we enter 2017, there is a higher-than-normal degree of uncertainty regarding the prospects of the UK economy and the…
Posted in Moore Barlow | Tagged Family and divorce

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