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Juliette Dalrymple A matrimonial case in which a husband and wife with mid-range assets of approximately £2.3 million, where both argued for different outcomes, has resulted in costs of more than £200,000  Both are aged 50 and have managerial jobs.  They have two children aged 11 and 9.  The children live with their mother and spend time with their father at weekends ...
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The government has launched a consultation designed to strengthen the rights of 3.5 million cohabiting couples, often erroneously called ‘common-law spouses’, making them more financially secure and independent when they separate.   The consultation will address issues relating to domestic abuse, giving automatic rights to inherit when a partner dies without a will and making ...
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Juliette Dalrymple Mediation is a good option for Tess Daly and Vernon Kay (who have announced their separation after 22 years of marriage) for several reasons – not least because it offers a private, controllable way to end their marriage, out of the glare of media scrutiny. Celebrity couples, such as Tess and Vernon, are always open to damaging public scrutiny, whether it be about their ...
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Juliette Dalrymple The Family Mediation Council (FMC) has been in regular contact with the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) regarding the continuation of the Family Mediation Voucher Scheme beyond the end of March 2026.  We are pleased to be able to share the following update from MoJ today: 'MoJ is still finalising budget delegations for 2026/2027, but we fully expect continued funding ...
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