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Stacey Nevin reports on the nuances of a successful appeal for ‘relationship generated disadvantage’

The time has come to consider the plight of the increasing numbers of people who are outside the pale of UK marriage laws, says David Burrows

Gender equality demands flexibility & discretion, not blunt instruments says Graeme Fraser

The lack of fairness in financial settlements means the Divorce, Dissolution & Separation Bill now going through Parliament misses the mark, says Dr Michael Arnheim

Rakesh Kapila considers possible shortcomings in the financial statements submitted by the parties in matrimonial proceedings

More than a third of divorce applications are now being made online, but the whole process takes just as long as before due to a shortage of resources in the family court.

David Burrows provides a rundown of child support appeals to the First-tier Tribunal & Upper Tribunal

The cost of divorce for EU couples could rise ‘dramatically’ post-Brexit if the UK leaves without a deal.

Couples are postponing their divorce due to uncertainties caused by Brexit, family lawyers say.

Jurisdiction & habitual residence: Pierburg v Pierburg has provided some clarity, but for how long? Stuart Webber investigates

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Divorce

MOVERS & SHAKERS

Weightmans—Jason Slatcher

Mishcon de Reya—trainees

Sackers—Charlotte Adams & Fraser Sutton