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Affordable legal advice on all family matters including divorce & child contact arrangements Nothing on this page shall be regarded as legal advice.

Please note this is not a firm of solicitors it is an independent consultancy.

03/09/2026

Representing yourself in family court does not mean you have to manage every step without support.

If you are a Litigant in Person, you are entitled to be accompanied in court, and a McKenzie Friend can provide practical support and guidance throughout the process.

Puzzle Piece Law's McKenzie Friend service has supported clients with matters including financial settlements, child arrangements, relocation, domestic abuse injunctions and pre-court negotiations.

It offers a way to remain in control of your own case while having experienced support alongside you when you need it.

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01/09/2026

Children learn about relationships from more than the words we say.

They also notice how adults communicate, resolve disagreements, show respect and respond when a relationship is no longer working.

This quote challenges the idea that keeping a marriage together is always the least disruptive option for children.

Sometimes, the healthier lesson can be showing that difficult change can be handled with honesty, care and respect.

Separation can be painful, but the example children see afterwards matters too.

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28/08/2026

Family decisions involving children can raise questions that go far beyond living arrangements.

A Child Arrangements Order can determine where a child lives, when they spend time with each parent and how other contact takes place.

Other situations may involve parental responsibility, specific issue orders, prohibited steps orders, grandparents or emergency procedures.

Understanding which route applies to your circumstances can help bring greater clarity when important decisions about your child's upbringing need to be made.

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26/08/2026

A Non-Molestation Order protects a person, rather than a particular property.

It is a civil injunction that can prohibit an abuser from using or threatening violence, harassing or intimidating someone, or communicating with them.

The order can also prevent the respondent from encouraging another person to carry out those behaviours on their behalf.

Depending on the circumstances, restrictions may include coming within a specified distance of places such as the applicant's home or workplace.

Understanding what an order can do is an important part of knowing the legal protections available.

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24/08/2026

The family law sector could soon see another new regulated provider enter the market.

Divorce and separation service Amicable has submitted an application to the Solicitors Regulation Authority to establish a separate regulated law firm serving England and Wales.

If approved, the new firm would be able to provide legal services and representation that Amicable's existing unregulated business does not currently offer.

Plans also include a focused conveyancing service for property transfers following separation or divorce.

The development reflects how different service models continue to emerge across the family law sector.

Stay informed with the latest developments shaping family law across the UK.

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20/08/2026

When an unmarried relationship ends, separating shared lives is not always straightforward.

Questions may arise about who owns the home, whether financial contributions affect a claim, how savings should be handled or what happens to jointly owned belongings.

Unlike divorce, there is no single process that automatically resolves every financial issue between cohabiting partners.

Understanding the documents, ownership arrangements and evidence connected to your circumstances can help clarify the options available.

We can help you make sense of your position before you decide what to do next.

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18/08/2026

Family change should not leave a child uncertain about where they belong.

Children may not understand every decision being made, but consistent reassurance can help them feel secure while new arrangements take shape.

Honest communication, familiar routines and the freedom to maintain important relationships can all support their emotional wellbeing.

Keeping their needs visible throughout the process helps ensure that adult decisions do not overshadow a child’s experience.

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14/08/2026

Children often notice that something is changing before adults explain what is happening.

Talking to them in a calm, age-appropriate way can help reduce feelings of confusion, anger or powerlessness.

They do not need every detail, but they may benefit from clear reassurance about what will remain the same, where they will live and how they will continue spending time with the people who matter to them.

Giving children space to ask questions and express their feelings can help them adjust to change more securely.

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12/08/2026

A divorce cannot be completed immediately, even when both people agree to proceed.

In England and Wales, the process includes a minimum 20-week period before an application can be made for a conditional order.

Once that order has been granted, there is a further minimum wait before applying for the final order.

This means a divorce generally takes at least six months.

It may take longer if paperwork is delayed, a response is not received promptly or related financial matters still need attention.

Understanding the stages can help you plan for the months ahead.

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10/08/2026

Access to family mediation could become increasingly difficult without further support.

The Family Mediation Council has urged the Justice Secretary to strengthen mediation and protect legally aided provision for separating families.

The organisation says mediation can help people address arrangements for children, property and finances while reducing pressure on the family justice system.

It has also highlighted a 50% reduction since 2018 in family mediators offering legal aid, warning that affordable support may become harder to access without action.

Stay informed with the latest developments shaping family law across the UK.

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