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We are delighted to be presenting a training course relating to pensions on divorce on Thursday 27th September 2018. The course, which is designed for family solicitors and family mediators, will be held at The Point, South Parade, Doncaster DN1 2DR from 10am to 1pm. We will be joined by Paul Windle from Actuaries for Lawyers in presenting this course, which costs £90 (including VAT) per … [Read more...]

The topical subject of parental alienation was tackled recently by leading local mediation firm, Family Matters, who hosted a very successful training event covering the subject. The event, which was held in at The Point in Doncaster, was presented by clinical psychologist, Darren Spooner, from Norpsychology Ltd. Mr Spooner has over twenty years’ experience as an expert witness in cases … [Read more...]

Coronation Street Monday 16thJuly.  I watched it on catch up – excited to hear that, finally, mediation is being featured in a mainstream soap, giving a wider audience the opportunity to see its real value. Cup of tea and biscuit in hand, I sat down to watch ITVs most popular soap – but was immediately disappointed, as the station’s announcer told us that Johnny and Eva were going to … [Read more...]

The number of cases where separated parents who live a long distance away from each other and are having to manage relationships with their children is increasing. Separated couples end up living far apart for a variety of reasons. Work changes often result in one parent having to relocate and the other parent staying where their children are already settled and/or at school.  Sometimes, … [Read more...]

It could be illegal to take your child on holiday abroad The school summer break is almost upon us and you’ve probably already planned your holidays, but - did you know that, without permission from all people who have parental responsibility for your child, it is illegal to take that child out of England and Wales – unless you have been granted permission from the Family Court? Have you got a … [Read more...]