Stowe Family Law
- How to future proof for an amicable divorceSenior Associate Sarah Gillen, based in Surrey, explores how couples who are aligned on the purpose of their marriage (or cohabiting relationship), and are open and honest about their views on this from the outset, actually lay a more solid foundation for their relationship and can also, if it came to it, have more amicable... […]Stowe Family Law
- Starting your divorce journey in 2025The first working Monday of the new year is famously known as ‘Divorce Day’, the biggest day for divorce enquiries to family law solicitors in the calendar year. Typically, this is because normality starts to settle in after the festive rush. Those who have put off enquiring about divorce until after Christmas are ready to... […]Stowe Family Law
- The 2025 Guide to Divorce in England and WalesDivorce is a significant life change, and often a first interaction with family law in England and Wales. While the legal process may seem daunting, understanding the process and your rights can make a meaningful difference. This 2025 guide to divorce applies to both divorce and civil partnership dissolution in England and Wales, to help... […]Stowe Family Law
- Understanding Tenants in Common: A guide for UK property ownersIn the UK, when you purchase a property with another person, you have the option to hold it either as joint tenants or as tenants in common. The key difference between these two types of ownership lies in how ownership is divided and what happens to the property if one of the owners passes away... […]Stowe Family Law
- Family Law in 2024As we come to the end of another year, our lawyers reflect on some of the changes (or lack of!) in family law in 2024, and the impact on people going through family law issues. Julian Hawkhead, Senior Partner Can it really be a year since I last wrote an introduction to the Stowe Family... […]Stowe Family Law
- Law Commission publishes scoping report on financial remediesThe Law Commission has published a scoping report dealing with financial remedies on divorce and dissolution on 18 December 2024. This report has been prepared to ascertain whether the current law provides a cohesive-enough framework for couples going through divorce or dissolution, to identify problems with the current law, and to suggest models for which... […]Stowe Family Law
- Co-parenting at Christmas: Tips for a peaceful holiday seasonCo-parenting at Christmas often means juggling chaos, compromise, and creative scheduling, all with the added pressure to keep the peace and make the holidays special. Here are our tips for the weeks ahead. From working out holiday plans together and navigating more frequent interactions with your ex, to involving new partners and maintaining ties with... […]Stowe Family Law
- How to embrace being single at ChristmasSpending Christmas alone for the first time after a separation can be tough, but Kate Nestor, an experienced divorce coach, is here to help. With her compassionate approach and wealth of expertise, Kate provides practical strategies and emotional support to help you take control, find small joys, and create a holiday that feels right for... […]Kate Nestor
- Christmas cheating: navigating festive affairsThe festive period is around the corner, and with it often comes more socialising, time spent with work colleagues and family friends, and more merriment around food and drink. Whilst it’s often called the season of joy, for some couples it can be a testing time. Instances of cheating and affairs increase during the Christmas... […]Stowe Family Law
- Legal Q&A: “We’re separating after 16 years, what are our rights?”Family Lawyer Judit Kerese answers key questions about unmarried separation and shares guidance on how separating parents can secure and future-proof their agreements, even without the formal legal framework of a divorce. “After 16 years of marriage, we’re separating and unsure what our legal rights are. We have two children, aged 7 and 10, and... […]Stowe Family Law