Fixed fees split opinion in UHNW divorces
As the battle against exorbitant legal costs in divorce goes on, could fixed fees be a viable solution? Expert opinion…
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Spear’s Family Law Survey 2025: Experts identify core trends
Collaborative divorce, ‘forum shopping’ and London's legal standing on the world stage are key themes in this year's survey
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Rory McIlroy’s divorce U-turn and the rise of reconciliation contracts
By combining financial security with relationship commitments, reconciliation contracts provide a framework for couples aiming to avoid the financial and…
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Spear’s Family Law Survey 2024: Leading lawyers reveal the trends shaping the industry
An imminent increase in court transparency proved to be a hot topic among respondents to this year's survey
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Meet Diana Hamade, Dubai’s divorce doyenne
Recognised by her peers as a leading practitioner of family law in the Middle East, family lawyer Diana Hamade reigns…
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How to prepare for mediation
Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have agreed to turn to mediation to settle a long-running dispute, but what's the route…
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What happens when a party in a divorce tries to conceal assets in England and Wales
If the wealthier party in a divorce is caught out trying to conceal some of their assets, the backlash can…
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