When separation is dominated by ongoing arguments, mistrust and heightened emotions, separating couples can often think that mediation is not a...
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Hybrid Mediation: Legal Guidance Without the Cost and Conflict of Court
For some separating couples, traditional mediation can feel daunting, not because they don’t want to reach agreement, but because they worry about...
Child Inclusive Mediation – How Children’s Voices Are Heard Without Putting Them in the Middle
When families separate, children often feel caught in the middle. Many parents worry about how decisions will affect them, but feel unsure about...
What Really Happens in a MIAM? A Step-by-Step Guide for Anxious Parents
For many people, being told they need to attend a MIAM (Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting) can be daunting. It’s often associated with...
Consilia Legal Shortlisted at the Northern Powerhouse Awards 2026
Consilia Legal is proud to announce that we have been shortlisted for two prestigious categories at the Legal 500 Northern Powerhouse Awards 2026:...
Divorce Advice Overload: How Too Many Opinions Can Make Things Harder
The decision to divorce is rarely one that is made in isolation. Friends, family members, colleagues, and even well-meaning acquaintances often want...
Top Tips for Choosing the Right Divorce Solicitor this “Divorce Month”
In what has become known as “divorce month”, January, and the new year, can bring clarity, resolve and the decision to take the next step towards a...
Expert Help When You Need It On Divorce Day
Although ‘Divorce Day’ is a relatively modern term and a media-constructed name for the first working Monday of the new year, it is true that more...
Protecting Yourself and Your Children from Narcissistic Abuse at Christmas Time
Protecting Yourself and Your Children from Narcissistic Abuse at Christmas Time Christmas should be a time for celebration and festivities. For...
Is Social Media Fuelling Divorce Rates?
Not so long ago, marital problems were largely private. Disagreements happened behind closed doors, temptations were limited to offices, pubs, or...
7 Ways To Spot A Narcissist: Understanding The Signs Of Narcissistic Abuse And Protecting Yourself In A Relationship
When a relationship breaks down, many people begin to reflect and recognise patterns of behaviour that once felt confusing or hurtful. As family law...
Consilia Legal Wins Family Workplace of the Year at Lexis Nexis Family Law Awards 2025
2025 has certainly been a year of celebration and recognition and we are thrilled to share Consilia Legal’s latest success; being named Family...
Consilia Legal Earns Another Top Legal Ranking
Following on from recent recognition in the Legal 500 rankings, Consilia Legal has now earned more prestigious appreciation in the form of the...
How to Have a Good Divorce: 5 Tips for a More Amicable Separation
Divorce is rarely easy, but it doesn’t have to be destructive. At Consilia Legal, our experienced family law solicitors believe that with the right...
Protecting the Family Farm During Divorce Proceedings
Divorce can be complex at the best of times, but when a family farm is involved, the emotional and financial stakes are even higher. For many...
Thinking About a Prenup? How a Prenuptial Agreement Can Protect You and Your Future Together
As modern relationships evolve, more couples are choosing to discuss practical matters before saying “I do.” One topic that’s becoming increasingly...
A Practical Guide to Preparing Your Children for Child Inclusive Mediation
When parents separate, the focus understandably falls on practical arrangements; where the children will live, how time will be shared, how finances...
Consilia Legal Enjoys Continued Recognition In The Legal 500
We are proud to announce we have once again earned the honour of being recognised on the prestigious Legal 500 platform, which benchmarks legal...
Zero-Hours Contracts Under Scrutiny: Could Stricter Regulations Be on the Horizon?
Zero-hours contracts (ZHCs) are a controversial, but certainly not new, feature of the UK labour market. While they offer flexibility for some...
Consilia Legal Shortlisted for National Family Law Award at LexisNexis Family Law Awards 2025
We are delighted to share the exciting news that Consilia Legal has been shortlisted for the National Family Law Award at the LexisNexis Family Law...
The Burchell Test – Ensuring A Dismissal Is Fair
A staple in English Employment Law case law, the Burchell Test is used in almost every unfair dismissal case heard in the Employment Tribunal....
Dividing Digital Assets in Divorce: How are Crypto and NFTs treated?
As technology evolves, so does the way we manage, invest and store our wealth. An increasing number of divorcing couples in the UK are finding that...
Financial Support for Unmarried Parents – What Are Your Rights?
At Consilia Legal, we regularly meet clients who are surprised (and often upset) to learn that they have no automatic right to financial support...
Redundancy and Unfair Dismissal: Lessons from Hendy Group v Kennedy
The recently published Employment Appeal Tribunal case of Hendy Group Ltd v Mr D Kennedy has highlighted to employers the importance of ensuring...
Meet Isabel Kerr: Q&A With Our Newest Family Solicitor
In this Q&A, we catch up with Isabel Kerr, newly qualified family solicitor at Consilia Legal, who recently completed her training contract and...
Standish v Standish: What’s Yours Is (Actually Still) Mine
The Supreme Court delivered their judgment on Wednesday 2nd July in the landmark case of Standish v Standish. This article will take you through...
Debunking Three Common Myths about Family Mediation
Mediation is a voluntary process where separating couples work with a neutral mediator to resolve issues like child arrangements, finances, and...
Redundancy vs Restructure: What’s the Legal Difference (and Why It Matters)
A change in business needs can result in cost reductions and having to run a business more efficiently. This could be a consequence of company...
Redundancy During Pregnancy or Parental Leave: Know Your Legal Protections
Employment rights during pregnancy and when looking after a newborn baby are a concern for impending and new parents under any circumstances....
7 Ways Family Law Solicitors Can Support You Through Difficult Times
The breakdown of a relationships can be one of the most challenging times of your life, and as the family unit may have been your biggest support to...