Aug 19, 2026
Many people are surprised to learn that reaching a financial agreement, and even getting divorced, does not by itself make that agreement legally binding. For that, you need a consent order. This guide explains what a consent order is, why it matters so much, what it...
Jul 29, 2026
If your mediation involves money or property, financial disclosure is the foundation everything else rests on. Without a full and honest picture of both people’s finances, no agreement can be fair. This guide explains what financial disclosure is, what you will...
Jul 22, 2026
For most couples, the family home is the biggest and most emotionally charged asset to resolve when they separate. Who stays? Should it be sold? What about the children, and the mortgage? This guide explains the main options for the family home on divorce in England...
Jul 16, 2026
Before you can apply to the family court about children or finances, you usually have to attend a MIAM (Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting) first. But not always. The law recognises certain situations where a MIAM is not required, known as exemptions. This...
Jul 15, 2026
Pensions are often the largest single asset a couple owns, sometimes worth more than the family home, yet they are frequently overlooked in divorce. This guide explains how pensions are treated on divorce in England and Wales, the three main ways they can be divided,...
Jun 5, 2026
If you and your former partner have already reached an agreement and simply want the court to make it official, you may be wondering whether you still need to attend a MIAM first. The short answer is no. When you apply for a consent order, whether about finances or...
