Three pink piggy banks standing in a row with speech bubbles asking if a financial order is needed after divorce, representing confusion about post-divorce financial rights.
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Why a financial order matters after divorce

Many people are surprised to learn that getting divorced does not end their financial relationship with their former spouse. The divorce final order closes the marriage. It does not close the finances. Unless a financial order has been approved by the court, the legal and financial ties between former partners remain open, no matter how many years have passed- basically, you’re still ‘financially married’.

child contact in family mediation – supporting parents to reach agreements outside of court

What is the £500 family mediation voucher scheme?

The family mediation voucher scheme is a government initiative designed to help families resolve disputes outside of court. It offers a financial contribution of up to £500 towards the cost of mediation, encouraging more people to consider mediation as a constructive and cost-effective alternative to litigation. Only mediators authorised by the Family Mediation Council (FMC)…