For many doctors, their NHS pension is one of the most valuable assets they will ever own. Yet it is also one of the least understood.

Doctors often build complex financial arrangements throughout their careers. NHS pensions, GP partnerships, private practices, multiple income streams and business interests can all create issues that require careful consideration during divorce proceedings.

Navigating the complexities of divorce can be a challenging journey, fraught with emotional and financial uncertainties.

If you're going through a divorce and feel your spouse has the upper hand, you're not alone.

They may control the finances, have already taken legal advice, appear better prepared, want to move matters forward quickly, or suggest that you don't need legal representation.

While this can feel overwhelming, an imbalance at the outset does not determine the outcome.

For musicians, whether performers, recording artists, songwriters or those working more broadly within the music industry, divorce is rarely straightforward. 

Unlike most professions, income is often irregular, international and built on intellectual property, including royalties, publishing rights and recording income that may continue for many years. Alongside this, many musicians operate in a public-facing environment, where privacy and reputation can be just as important as the financial outcome.

There is no escaping the rapid advancement in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and the impact this is having on all aspects of daily life.

Family law is no exception and practitioners are currently battling with how AI can be best utilised in practice whilst gaining an understanding of where caution should be exercised.

With research suggesting that between 8–14% of UK adults have owned or currently hold cryptoassets, cryptocurrency is no longer niche. It is increasingly common for Bitcoin, Ethereum and other digital tokens to appear in financial remedy proceedings on divorce in England & Wales.

Your credit score does not include your marital status, and there’s no “divorce flag” on your credit file. But that’s not the whole story. While the act of divorcing itself won’t impact your credit, the financial consequences surrounding it can.

In this article, we explain how divorce can affect your credit score, what to look out for, and how to protect yourself financially during and after separation.

Relocation disputes can be some of the most emotionally charged cases in family law. The outcome is often binary: either the children move, or they do not. Whether you are seeking to relocate with your child, or opposing a proposed move, it is vital that you understand the legal landscape and the practical considerations involved. 

The family home is often the most significant asset a couple owns — financially and emotionally. When a relationship breaks down, it becomes the centre of one of the most important questions in a divorce: what will happen to the home, the mortgage and the equity?

When divorcing or separating from your spouse or partner, any agreement reached in relation to finances should be approved by the court, who will approve the agreement as being reasonable and, so far as is possible, dismiss any further financial claims in the future.

However, this does not mean that court proceedings are an essential part of reaching an agreement; recently the onus has been put on parties using NCDR where possible.

The guide below sets out to explain, as briefly as possible, the different forms of NCDR that are available.

When a relationship breaks down, it’s natural to focus on both the emotional impact and the practical next steps that should be taken. Many people assume they can deal with the legal side of divorce later, or that advice is only needed if things become hostile. In reality, the decisions you make at the very beginning of a divorce often have the greatest long-term consequences.

A Complete Guide to Prenups in England & Wales for High Net Worth Individuals

Prenuptial agreements (often referred to as prenups) can offer clarity, protection, and peace of mind — but only if structured properly, both in content and formality. This guide aims to be a thorough resource: covering definitions, enforceability, international issues, drafting tips, challenges, best practices, and common questions around prenups.

Why timing and transparency matter more than you think

For many people, moving in with a new partner is a natural and positive step — especially if their former marriage or relationship has been emotionally over for some time. Legally, there’s nothing to stop you from beginning a new relationship or even living with someone else after separation.

In today’s global world, it’s increasingly common for couples to marry overseas — whether it’s a destination wedding on the Amalfi Coast, a religious ceremony in Delhi, or a private celebration on a beach in the Caribbean. But once the wedding is over and life returns to the UK, one key question often arises:

Is our marriage legally recognised in England and Wales?

Divorce can be tough both emotionally and financially, and many wonder who covers the costs. This guide explains how fees work in England and Wales, including solicitors’ fees, court charges, and how costs may be shared.

How Are Long-Term Incentive Plans and Share Options Handled in a Divorce?

This article covers how courts handle, value, and divide LTIPs and share options in divorce.

Dividing rental properties in divorce can be complex, with legal and tax issues to consider. In England and Wales, they’re often treated as matrimonial assets, with courts aiming for a fair split based on needs, contributions, and children’s welfare.

Divorcing a banker presents unique challenges, particularly when it comes to understanding and dividing complex forms of remuneration such as bonuses, share options and deferred compensation. These financial packages impact both spouses and are often highly structured, variable, and contingent on future performance or continued employment — making it far from straightforward to achieve a fair and accurate divorce settlement.

The temptation to hide wealth from a financial settlement can be strong, especially in a high net worth divorce—but hiding assets in a divorce is not only unethical, it is illegal and carries severe consequences. From offshore accounts to hidden business interests, this article explores how people attempt to conceal assets, how family lawyers uncover them, and the significant risks and penalties involved.