There’s an old saying, ‘Men are from Mars, women are from Venus’. And when it comes to divorce, you won’t be surprised to hear that men and women couldn’t be more different in their approach. Cassandra Kalpaxis, who has worked through hundreds of divorce cases in her 14 years as a family lawyer, says men …
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Thinking of divorce? Philippa Perry on 5 questions to ask before you split
If you are thinking about divorce here are some questions to consider before taking the plunge – and ways to bring a marriage back from the brink The rush of Christmas is over and the quiet of January is upon us. Couples everywhere are reflecting on their future. Perhaps your partner didn’t pull their weight …
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The 8 simple steps to divorce-proof your Christmas including powerful two-letter word that could save your relationship
IF you are more likely to be bickering under the mistletoe this Christmas, then this is your moment to take action and divorce-proof your festivities before you end up facing 2025 as a singleton. Christmas really can be the most wonderful time of the year, but the demands on your time and purse, can force …
How Couples Navigate Life After Divorce
Divorce can be one of the most challenging experiences, tearing apart lives and causing emotional turmoil. Yet, for some ex-couples, the entwined nature of their lives leads to innovative living arrangements post-separation. A fascinating case is the story of Alice and Mark, who decided to remain under the same roof even after deciding to call …
Enjoying the Holidays Despite Your Divorce
Enjoying the holidays can feel like a lot of pressure. Especially if you are newly separated, separated or divorced. Or, if you have been divorced for awhile, but are still negotiating holidays with a difficult ex-spouse. In any of these scenarios, you are not alone in that you’re anticipating the upcoming holidays with dread instead …
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Tips For A Divorce Strategy Where Everyone Wins
“I’m getting divorced—I need an aggressive divorce attorney.” “First thing to do is make sure you have a strong divorce lawyer to fight them.” “I’ve been through a divorce; don’t let them mess things up any further. Lawyer up!” Does any of this sound familiar? They’re common types of responses I see on social media …
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5 Tips to Keeping Your Sanity When Divorcing a Narcissist
Divorce is hard no matter the situation. It’s huge life change. Long held beliefs and expectations are shattered, and everything moving forward is going to be different from the life you know. If you have children, there is an additional level of angst, as you are still tied together and must learn to co-parent. These challenges …
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Divorce Loneliness: Reasons and Remedies
Statements I hear from those with divorce loneliness: I feel so alone. Nobody understands what I’m going through. I don’t know how I’m going to get through this. I’m terrified of being by myself. It’s so quiet in this house. What if I’m alone forever? Issues pertaining to isolation and divorce loneliness are among the …
When a Child is Taking Sides in the Divorce
When parents are getting divorced, the children or even just one child may start taking sides with one or the other, even if you’ve tried to keep them out of it. So, what do you do when a child is taking sides in a divorce, and even worse, when your ex is doing nothing to …
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Civil litigation: Relief from sanctions
The recent judgment of Mr Justice Calver in Invest Bank PSC v El-Husseini demonstrates the hard stance a court will take when parties fail to adhere to court timelines, thus hindering the efficient conduct of litigation. The case involved a dispute over alleged fraudulent asset transfers whereby Invest Bank, a United Arab Emirates-based bank, claimed …