Anyone who is going through a divorce will quite rightly experience a range of emotions, from anger to rage and back again. You should allow yourself to have these emotions, but only in a controlled setting. Remaining calm during the processes of the divorce can save you thousands. Although it makes great TV, a court
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Who needs to know about your divorce
Going through a divorce is a very private experience. It can be hard to let people in and difficult to tell people about it. The important thing to remember is that you don’t have to tell anyone and everyone and expose yourself to rumours and gossip. However, there are some people that you should tell,
Why acceptance is the biggest healer after divorce
At Grant Stephens Family Law in Cardiff, we see people in all stages of divorce, from the initial fact finding, before a divorce is even decided, to years down the line when they need advice about maintenance. We are also familiar with the full spectrum of emotion that comes with a divorce. It is very
Why mediation is the best divorce procedure for parents
Divorce often comes as a nasty surprise to previously happy parents. There may have been a long build-up, but when the reality hits, it hits hard and not only affects the lives of the couple, but also the lives of the children and all extended family members. Very few parents want anything other than the
How to get a ‘blended family’ right
After a divorce the chances are that you could go on to meet a new person with whom you want to settle down. If you and this new flame both have children, you have the difficult task of trying to blend two families into one and it is not an easy task. Everyone’s situation is
