Disputes can – and do – happen in families, just as they do in business.
But when things go wrong, the emotional and financial toll can be hard on everyone involved, especially when children are involved. Family law is focused on calming those waters, not fanning the flames of disputes, avoiding the courts unless it can’t be avoided. Above all, it’s about sensitively and diplomatically resolving them through alternative dispute resolution – like mediation – wherever possible.
Take a look at insights from our experts below.
Wealth protection and inheritance
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Divorce and disputes
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Can you afford to get divorced?
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What happens to your children if you separate from your partner?
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