SURVIVING THE LOCKDOWN LIMBO

Life can feel like suspended animation for those who separated prior to, or during, the Covid lockdowns, and have been caught up in a ‘separated under the one roof’ situation ever since.   Money can be tight for those on furlough or reduced hours, and rental accommodation can be hard to come by, creating a strange…

REVENGE – A DISH BEST SERVED … NOT AT ALL

When people who have separated first see a family lawyer, they are, understandably, experiencing the full gamut of emotions – shock, despair, anger.  How they feel can change from hour to hour, and day to day.   As their case progresses, their feelings can become more fixed.  Some feel an acceptance, and simply want to…

IS VALENTINE’S DAY A HEAP OF HOOEY?

When we find ourselves in Court, there is a lot of waiting time.  And that means that there is a good chance to talk to our clients, not only about their case, but ‘life’ as well.   This week I was in Court three times, for three different clients, and we got to talking while…