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Welcome to the Mondaq Family and Matrimonial homepage, here you will find thought leadership articles, podcasts, videos and webinars providing insights covering topics such as Divorce, Family Law, Wills and Estate Planning.

Family Calls For Lessons To Be Learned After Inquest Into Death At Royal Papworth Hospital

The family of Luke Barnes, who died nearly three years ago while receiving treatment at Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, have called for urgent improvements to patient safety...

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Rothera Bray

The Parental Rights Of Step-Parents

Modern families often look very different from those of a generation ago.

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

Hunters Success In Child Abduction Case

Hunters Family Department (Amy Rowe, Maria Wright and Samuel Isaac) instructing Michael Edwards and Charlotte Baker of 4pb, successfully defended an application for the summary return of two children to California.

United Kingdom Family

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Hunters

Jo Carr-West Examines The Complexities Of Later Life Divorce In Tatler

Jo Carr-West, Partner in our Family & Relationships department, discuss how divorce after 50 can feel uniquely daunting, often involving the unwinding of decades of shared life, intertwined identities...

United Kingdom Family

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Hunters

Guide To Child Adoption In Hong Kong

United Kingdom Family

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Withers LLP

A "Modern" Start – The New Template Non-Molestation Order, President's Guidance January 2026

United Kingdom Family

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Rothera Bray

Separation Agreements: Everything You Need To Know About Legal Separation (4 February 2026) (Video)

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Keeping It In The Family: How Prenups Can Help Protect Inherited Wealth

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

Fiancé(e) Visa FAQ

United Kingdom Immigration

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Richmond Chambers Immigration Barristers

Pension Sharing On Divorce

United Kingdom Family

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Hunters

Family Mediation Week 2026: A Better Path Forward For Separating Families (27 January 2026) (Video)

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Guide To Postnuptial Agreements: Expert Legal Advice From Our Solicitors (23 January 2026) (Video)

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Why Succession Cannot Be Left To Chance

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

Can WhatsApp Messages Decide Financial Outcomes On Divorce?

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

Catherine Gage Explains The Impact Of Martyn's Law In Charity Finance

United Kingdom Finance

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Hunters

Episode 18: Massive Attack Helped Me Build A Multi-million Pound Business (Video)

United Kingdom Commercial

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Alvarez & Marsal

COP30: What Were The Key Outcomes?

Worldwide Environment

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Travers Smith LLP

Al And Service Clauses Considerations For Commercial Dispute Lawyers (Video)

United Kingdom Litigation

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Gatehouse Chambers

UK Settlement Changes 2026: Is The 10-Year Long Residence Ending? (Video)

United Kingdom Immigration

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Latitude Law

Love And Logic: Why Should You Consider A Prenuptial Agreement?

As we move further into 2026, many loving couples of all backgrounds will be preparing for their 2026 wedding and civil partnership ceremonies. Today's couples often are more informed, more pragmatic, and more protective...

United Kingdom Family

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Giambrone & Partners

Prenuptial Agreements: What You Need To Know In 2026 (12 January 2026)

Planning to get married or enter into a civil partnership is an exciting time filled with hope and anticipation.

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Marriage And The Revocation Of Wills: Will The Government Say 'I Do'?

Under the Wills Act 1837, entering into a marriage or civil partnership automatically revokes any existing Will unless it was made specifically in contemplation of that marriage.

United Kingdom Family

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Hunters

Divorce - But Who Gets The Beloved Pets

For many married couples the holiday period from Christmas to New Year is a time when the stress of a troubled relationship forces a decision to divorce.

United Kingdom Family

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Giambrone & Partners

Mental Capacity And Legal Authority: Bridging The Gap For Vulnerable Young People

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

Ministry Of Justice Announces Plans To Remove Presumption Of Parental Involvement In Child Arrangements Cases (22 December 2025)

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

How To Plan For Christmas As A Separated Family

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

Recognising Spiritual Abuse In Relationships And Marriage

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

A Divorced Christmas Carol: A Story Of Reflection And Change In 2025

United Kingdom Family

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Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

How The Budget Influences Divorce, Financial Settlements And Family Wealth Planning

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

When Can Social Care Legally Remove Your Children? (4 December 2025) (Video)

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

A Practical Guide To 'Family Home Trusts'

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

People Focus: Family & Child Care – Emily Sherwood

United Kingdom Family

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Rothera Bray

Are You Planning To Divorce In Tunisia? Do You Know The Documents You Will Require?

United Kingdom Family

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Giambrone & Partners

When Can Social Care Legally Remove Your Children? (4 December 2025) (Video)

Sarah Peart and Sophie Jensen from our Leeds childcare team have released an important new video explaining the legal circumstances around child removal by social services.

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

A Practical Guide To 'Family Home Trusts'

Families change over time, be that through marriage or separation, children growing up, second relationships, or changes in financial or health circumstances.

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

People Focus: Family & Child Care – Emily Sherwood

Meet Emily Sherwood, our Associate Solicitor in the Child Care and Family Law department, based at our Nottingham office.

United Kingdom Family

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Rothera Bray

Are You Planning To Divorce In Tunisia? Do You Know The Documents You Will Require?

Before embarking on divorce in Tunisia it is important to know which documents you will require before you start.

United Kingdom Family

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Giambrone & Partners

The Inter-play Between English Law And Islamic Law – Divorce

United Kingdom Family

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Gardner Leader

Pension On Divorce Expert (PODE) Report: What Is It And When Is It Needed? (26 November 2025)

When couples divorce, pensions are often one of the most valuable assets that must be taken into account...

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

DIY Wills vs Professional Advice

In a world where mortgage applications and medical appointments can be completed online, the appeal of drafting your own Will is understandable.

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

Prenuptial Agreements: The Pros And Cons (Video)

Are you considering a prenuptial agreement in the UK? In this video, Kim Beatson, a partner in Anthony Gold's Family department, discusses the key advantages and disadvantages of prenups.

United Kingdom Family

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Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

Spousal Maintenance – Everything You Need To Know (Video)

Are you facing challenges with spousal maintenance after a divorce or separation? In this video, Victoria Rylatt, Senior Associate Solicitor at Anthony Gold, explains everything you need to know about spousal maintenance...

United Kingdom Family

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Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

Child Placement And Co-Parenting In The Event Of Divorce - New Case Law From Rome

United Kingdom Family

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Giambrone & Partners

Children In Divorce: Custody, Care And Control, And Access (Video)

United Kingdom Family

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Withers LLP

I've Been Married Less Than A Year – Can I Still Get A Divorce?

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

Formation And Breakdown Of Marital Relationships: An Immigration And Family Law Perspective

United Kingdom Family

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Burness Paull

Good Divorce Week 2025: How Mediation Helps (10 November 2025)

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Can I Take My Child Abroad After Divorce?

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

Good Divorce Week – Divorce Doesn't Always Mean Going To Court (11 November 2025)

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Helping Families In Times Of Need

United Kingdom Family

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Withers LLP

Supporting Neurodivergent Families: The Role Of Fidget Tools In Court (6 November 2025)

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Remarriage Without Closure: Why Timing Your New Beginning Matters Legally And Financially

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

Dogs After Divorce – Are We Barking Up The Wrong Tree?

United Kingdom Family

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Burness Paull

Automatic Parental Responsibility Presumption Repealed For Abuse Cases In Family Law Shake-up (31 October 2025)

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Family Law Update: Government To Repeal Presumption Of Parental Involvement

United Kingdom Family

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Gardner Leader

Is A Declaration Of Trust Enough?

United Kingdom Family

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Gardner Leader

Domestic Abuse: Exceptional Or Everyday?

United Kingdom Family

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Withers LLP

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Children In Divorce: Custody, Care And Control, And Access (Video)

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Withers LLP

Marriage Visit Visa Essentials | How To Apply For A Marriage Visit Visa In The UK (Video)

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Latitude Law

Family Law Webinar: The 99%ers: What Do Real Net Worth Clients Need? The Voice Of A Child | Series Three | Part One (Video)

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Bindmans LLP

Understanding Contested Probate: What You Need To Know (Video)

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Pillar 2: A Family Office View (Video)

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Alvarez & Marsal

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