Impact Of The COVID On International Relocation Of Children After A Split
Posted By: Carla Fraser
There is no doubt that COVID-19 has affected us all in one way or another but lockdown will have been extremely difficult for parents whose relationships have broken down and have been considering separation for some time, or alternatively separated parents whose extended families reside overseas....
Family Law: Frequently Asked Questions Series Three
Posted By: Carla Fraser
What should I do if I get a letter from my ex’s solicitor? It is commonplace for solicitors to write to a parent seeking arrangements for contact and request a reply within a certain time period, particularly when writing to an ex-partner who has not yet appointed a solicitor to act for them....
Family Law Department Is Delighted To Welcome William Cross To The Team.
Posted By: Julie Tierney
As Head of the Family Law Department I’m delighted to welcome William Cross to the team. William has joined us as a locum to make sure my clients are well looked after while I take a short break to look after my family department at home! Our lively 3 year old and our new arrival demand a...
Family Law: Frequently Asked Questions Series Two
Posted By: Carla Fraser
When Should I introduce a new partner to my children? Introducing your child to a new partner should always be given lots of time and thought, as it is likely that children will take longer to adjust to the change in family dynamic in the aftermath of divorce/separation. There is no right or wr...
Family Law: Frequently Asked Questions Series One
Posted By: Carla Fraser
What should I do if my child doesn’t want to go to contact? There may be a number of different reasons why a child might not want to spend time with your ex-partner/ spouse. It is important that these reasons are explored and addressed, rather than ceasing contact altogether. Reluctance to go...
Everyone’s divorce and needs during divorce are different.
Posted By: Julie Tierney
Maybe you separated just before lockdown and haven’t been able to make time to make an appointment with a solicitor. Perhaps you didn’t know it was possible to arrange a virtual meeting with a solicitor. Or, perhaps you are scared about what the uncertain future holds for you and your fa...
Protection from Domestic Abuse
Posted By: Carla Fraser
There have been 3 domestic killings in Northern Ireland since the beginning of lockdown, as well as almost 2000 domestic abuse calls to the PSNI during the first three weeks of April. The Assembly debated new legislation at the end of April to strengthen domestic abuse law from physical violence on...
