Fraud And Contesting Wills (Video)

Divorce is a major source of instability for a family wealth-holding structure because it exposes the structure to scrutiny by a powerful and potentially hostile external body – the family court.

New ONS statistics reveal that couples are now staying married for an average of 13 years before divorcing, the longest duration since records began in 1963. With no-fault divorce now the standard process and divorce rates remaining below historical levels, what do these trends mean for families navigating separation, and why do longer marriages often involve more complex financial and practical considerations?

From 6 April 2027, the UK government will introduce one of the most significant shifts in pension and inheritance tax (IHT) policy in recent years. These changes could affect how much tax your loved ones pay...

Gaslighting can undermine your sense of reality and form part of coercive control in relationships. This guide explains how gaslighting works as psychological manipulation, when it may constitute emotional abuse or coercive control under UK law, and what legal protections are available through family courts when dealing with narcissistic behaviour during relationships and separation.

When a marriage ends, one of the most pressing questions is how finances will be divided. The courts in England and Wales have broad discretion to redistribute assets, guided by principles developed over decades of case law. Understanding how computation and distribution work, and the key principles of needs, sharing, and compensation, can help explain why different families receive different financial outcomes.

Most people assume their Will stays in force until they sit down and write a new one. Many also believe that changing their mind, scoring a few lines through the page or telling the family their wishes have changed will be enough to set the old one aside. Both beliefs are common, and both are wrong.

Divorce in the UK is often described as "no fault" and more straightforward than it used to be, but cost remains a major concern in 2026. This comprehensive guide examines the main elements that influence divorce costs in the UK, from court fees and solicitor charges to property valuations and pension reports. Understanding what drives expenses and how to manage them effectively can help separating couples navigate the financial realities of divorce while minimizing unnecessary costs.

A family solicitor examines the BBC drama War, separating legal fact from fiction as the show depicts the high-stakes divorce between film star Carla Duval and tech tycoon Morgan Henderson. From no-fault divorce reforms to mediation requirements, this analysis reveals what modern divorce law actually requires and where dramatic licence takes over.

The Office for National Statistics has released its latest report on divorce and dissolution of marriages in England and Wales, revealing significant shifts in how modern relationships are evolving.

The UK Government has consulted on reforms that could make prenuptial agreements legally binding in England and Wales for the first time. These proposed 'qualifying nuptial agreements' would allow couples to make binding arrangements about asset division upon divorce, subject to important safeguards including independent legal advice and financial disclosure requirements.