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Smooth Back-to-School Transition: Five Expert Tips for Parents After Separation

Many children will be returning to school next week, but unfortunately for some, their situations may have changed due to their parents recently separating or going through a divorce/civil partnership dissolution.

According to Grant Stephens Family Law , there has been a 21% increase in searches for ‘divorce solicitors’ in July compared to May, showing that there may be children...

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8 Reasons a Parent May Need the Help of a Family Lawyer

As a parent, there are numerous situations where you might find yourself in need of legal assistance. A family lawyer can provide invaluable support and guidance during challenging times, ensuring that your rights and the best interests of your children are safeguarded.

Whether you're dealing with a divorce, child custody issues, or other family-related legal matters, seeking help...

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Mediation charity gears up for spike in enquiries over festive feuds

  • NFM says many separated parents struggle to communicate over the holidays
  • The charity has urged couples to act fast to put plans in place for Christmas
  • Parents in conflict can get £500 to put towards mediation

National mediation charity NFM (National Family Mediation) says it is gearing up for its annual increase in enquiries this Christmas, with...

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First half term co-parenting after separation? 6 tips to help get you through

Single parents will be bracing themselves for the October half term this year, as the Coram Holiday Childcare Survey 2023 found that just 24% of local authorities in England have enough holiday childcare for parents working full time. This comes after a survey from UNICEF found that over half of all parents (66%) with young children under 5 in Britain are struggling financially.

With...

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Charity reports spike in enquiries for family mediation as new school year gets underway

NFM says number of referrals and calls from couples in conflict is up 25%

Family dispute specialists who are part of the country’s largest network of family mediators has reported a significant spike in enquiries this September after the children went back to school.

NFM (National Family Mediation) says that while January is typically dubbed ‘divorce month’, the summer...

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Separating parents urged to mediate to avoid missed milestones

Voucher scheme provides families with up to £500 to put towards mediation

The last few weeks before the summer holidays can be an exciting time for school children, with many events such as graduation, sports day, school transition days and award presentations planned to mark the end of another academic year and the start of a new journey.

However, it can also be a difficult...

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National Family Mediation announces new CEO

Sarah Hawkins takes over from Jane Robey who retires after almost 20 years in post

Sarah Hawkins, formerly operations manager at National Family Mediation (NFM), has been named as the charity’s new CEO, taking over from Jane Robey who retires after almost 20 years in post.

Having joined NFM in 2019, Sarah comes from an Operational background with over 25 years’ experience,...

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Mother’s Day and Divorce – how to tackle the topic with your ex

National charity urges couples to embrace mediation ahead of Mother’s Day

National Family Mediation is preparing for an annual surge in enquiries from couples in conflict looking to discuss child arrangements over the Mother’s Day weekend, and ahead of the Easter Holidays.

Every March families across the country come together in celebration of all of the mums and mother...

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Charity National Family Mediation offers advice to over 50 Exeter families in conflict

Separating parents urged to avoid courtroom conflict as Family Mediation Week kicks off

Parents living in Exeter who have decided to separate or divorce in 2023 are being urged to find out how to avoid courtroom confrontation to settle money and parenting arrangements, with the launch of Family Mediation Week, 16 – 20 January.

January usually sees a dramatic rise in the number of...

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Separated couples turning to mediation to ‘co-exist amicably’ as cost of living crisis hits

NFM says it is helping couples in conflict who can’t afford to go their separate ways

The charity National Family Mediation (NFM) has reported that it has seen an increase in enquiries from people struggling with the cost of living, with some separating couples saying they are being forced to live together even though the relationship has broken down.

Jane Robey, NFM’S CEO,...

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