By Rebecca Waclawyj, founder, Brighter Future Mediation | FMC registered mediator | With over 15 years working in the prison service, probation, family courts and specialist domestic abuse perpetrator intervention as well as lived experience as a litigant in person in family court proceedings– I know this is only the start of many important conversations. Louis Theroux’s ‘Inside the…
Children in family court are twice as likely to self-harm: What new research means for separating parents When a family is breaking down, most of the conversation centres on the adults: the money, the logistics, the legal “win”. But new research from Swansea University’s National Centre for Suicide Prevention and Self-Harm Research, published in BJPsych…
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’.
Brighter Future Mediation welcomes a landmark shift in UK family law that prioritises child safety over automatic parental contact. Following years of campaigning and a comprehensive government review, the presumption of parental involvement in private law children cases is set to be repealed – a move hailed as a victory for children affected by domestic…
At Brighter Future Mediation, we understand that divorce is more than a legal process—it’s a personal journey. This guide is crafted to help you navigate the divorce process with clarity and confidence. Key highlights: Minimum timeframe: 6 months from application to final divorce order Court fee: See latest court fees here (help may be available…
Family mediation in the UK is a voluntary and confidential process that helps separating couples resolve disputes without going to court. It offers a structured and supportive environment where both parties can work together to reach practical agreements about children, finances, property an more. At Brighter Future Mediation, we help families navigate change with clarity,…
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