‘Strangers making babies’: the rise and legal implications of platonic co-parenting
Whilst providing individuals with options to create families through non-traditional routes is undoubtedly a positive step forward, the legal implications…
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When divorce becomes a game of ‘hide and seek’
Some HNW divorce battles can develop into a game of hide and seek as sizeable assets go missing… Over the…
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What is divorce mediation?
Family law can involve sensitive issues such as relationship breakdown and children, so the courts are not necessarily the best…
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How Kim Kardashian’s divorce lawyer Laura Wasser works her magic
Born lawyer Laura Wasser is the go-to confidante and trouble-shooter for American stars who want to split away from the…
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To the victor, the spoils: When UHNW divorce becomes a battle, this is how top lawyers win
High stakes mean that, despite efforts to make UHNW divorce less confrontational, the marriages of many still end in acrimonious…
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The Spear’s Family Law Survey 2021
Divorce lawyers to UHNWs expect a deluge of divorces in the wake of the pandemic. But their advice on how…
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Human rights lawyer Karen Todner on her fight to overturn the conviction of trader Tom Hayes
Human rights lawyer Karen Todner tells Spear’s about her fight to overturn the conviction of former derivatives trader Tom Hayes…
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What is family law?
High-net-worth (HNW) individuals signing a prenup, filing for divorce, or adopting a child will need a first-rate family lawyer. But…
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Was 2020 the year that libel died?
The calamitous consequences of Johnny Depp’s attempt to sue the Sun should serve as a cautionary tale for would-be litigants…
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Reputation management in the era of cancel culture
One false step can land you in a very deep hole if you’re not careful… Just ask JK Rowling, Jo…
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The HNW guide for dealing with blackmail
What should HNWs do when confronted with a demand for money with menaces? Experts offer tips on dealing with blackmail…
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The studio tailoring reputation management to generation Instagram
This London-based duo are applying their creative skills to help high-profile figures project just the right image to the outside…
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When defamation cases go wrong
Four times when going to court backfired… TIM YEO MP vs TIMES NEWSPAPERS (2014) In 2013 the sitting chair of…
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Andy Coulson: The reputation manager with a CV like no other
Tabloid editor, key Downing Street figure… jailbird. Andy Coulson has a CV like no other – but that experience gives…
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How litigation funding levels the legal playing field
Litigation funding ensures equality of arms in divorce, says George Williamson It’s not unusual, in the course of people’s lives,…
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The lengthening arm of the law: Why HNW individuals are facing scrutiny
More intrusive investigatory procedures mean that international HNW individuals are under the microscope, says Phil Smith The influx of investment…
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25 years of family law: A retrospective
Charlotte Bradbury reflects on a quarter of a century of divorce It’s hard to believe I have now been a…
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Why hiding is no longer an option for successful people
Hiding is no longer an option for successful individuals, but families can start to sit down and have sincere, open,…
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Here’s how to talk about inheritance
It’s important to have a healthy conversation about inheritance. Not talking about it can result in bewilderment or unthinking dissipation,…
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A ‘complete rethink’ of the fight against global corruption is needed
Our fight against global corruption is failing. It’s time for a complete rethink of our approach Well, it happened again.…
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