Joanna Toloczko Family Law Solicitor and Mediator

13/08/2026

If you are a wealthy individual contemplating separation and divorce, a good starting point is to read the Orwins guide

Download Orwins' free guide to divorce for high net worth individuals, covering the process, financial settlements, business interests, trusts and international assets.

14/07/2026

First meeting of the Orwins’ Family Breakfast Table at our Finchley office this morning - an informal gathering of local family law professionals to connect, collaborate and grow. This morning we discussed use of the portal for children and domestic abuse cases; how AI is affecting the practice of family law and the growing popularity of Non- Court Dispute Resolution methods.

03/07/2026

I recently wrote an article for Wealth Adviser about the long running case of Gohil and the importance of full disclosure in financial remedy cases.

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01/07/2026

Really important article by my colleague, Maryam Abbasi about domestic abuse and the protection available lawyer

Non-molestation and occupation orders can provide urgent protection from domestic abuse. Our domestic abuse solicitors explain your options and how to act quickly.

24/06/2026

Are you worried about what will happen to your pension on divorce? Read my recent article for EPruvateClient to learn about the options open to you and the advantages and disadvantages of each option.

Many couples are continuing to overlook the importance of pensions when they come to divorce. For younger couples, pensions can seem like a distant future benefit of little value. Other couples tend to focus their attention on the family home and other liquid assets. Even the financially literate ca...

21/05/2026

At the Resolution National Conference today talking about the use of AI in the family courts.

23/01/2026

If you are an international family, how do you know whether you can issue divorce proceedings in the UK and what happens if the courts of more than one country can deal with your divorce? Read my latest blog which seeks to address these issues.
https://bbslaw.co.uk/can-i-get-divorced-in-the-uk/

In the modern world many families who live in the United Kingdom have links to other countries, often more than one. This can lead to uncertainty as to whether it is possible for them to commence divorce proceedings in the United Kingdom.

25/11/2025

In today's edition of my newsletter, I talk about what is happening on the ground with regard to NCDR in the Family Court - is it really taking root or are people merely paying lip service to it?

24/10/2025

How do you know whether your family case is suitable for mediation? Read my latest blog to find out.
https://bbslaw.co.uk/is-my-case-suitable-for-mediation/

29/06/2025

Ever worried about what would happen to your inheritance in the event of a divorce or about how you can prevent your ex from claiming against your estate?

Many people who come to see us are worried about what will happen to an inherited asset or a potential future inheritance upon divorce.