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Category: Family & Matrimonial


by Ridley & Hall in Empowering Women, Family & Matrimonial posted March 10, 2026.

Empowering Women – Financial Abuse: The Hidden Barrier to Leaving

When people think about domestic abuse, financial control is often overlooked. Yet financial abuse, also known as economic abuse, is […]


by Ridley & Hall in Empowering Women, Family & Matrimonial posted March 9, 2026.

Empowering Women – Leaving Safely

International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate women’s strength and achievements – but also to recognise the challenges many […]


by Ridley & Hall in Family & Matrimonial posted December 4, 2025.

Why More Women Are Saying “Not Yet” — and How That Changes Family Law Support

Changing Attitudes to Marriage and Partnership A recent opinion piece in The Guardian explored a striking shift: many young women […]


by Ridley & Hall in Family & Matrimonial posted October 16, 2025.

Will my ex get a bigger house than me and will the courts make me pay for it?

 What UK law really says about maintaining children A common misconception about child maintenance is that it’s used to fund […]


by Ridley & Hall in Family & Matrimonial posted October 14, 2025.

Children in the Middle: Protecting Children from Parental Conflict

When parents separate or experience ongoing conflict, it’s often the children—regardless of their age—who are most deeply affected. Being caught […]


by Ridley & Hall in Family & Matrimonial posted September 16, 2025.

Should Taylor Swift Sign a Prenup? Why It Matters for Everyone

Taylor Swift is officially off the market. With her engagement to NFL superstar Travis Kelce, fans and media alike are […]


by Ridley & Hall in Family & Matrimonial posted August 1, 2025.

Don’t Overlook Pensions During Divorce – Why Do They Matter?

When going through a divorce, it’s easy to focus on the here and now—immediate concerns like housing, childcare, or just […]


by Ridley & Hall in Family & Matrimonial posted July 24, 2025.

Menonup: A Kinder Approach to Menopause & Separation

Navigating menopause is hard enough without the added strain of separation or divorce. Yet, for many women, these life events […]


by Ridley & Hall in Family & Matrimonial posted July 21, 2025.

Raneem’s Law: A Step Forward Against Domestic Abuse

The issue of violence against women and girls is unfortunately a prevailing one with a domestic-abuse related call being made […]


by Ridley & Hall in Family & Matrimonial posted July 15, 2025.

Bill Proposes 10 Days Paid Leave for Domestic Abuse Victims

Efforts are being made for more support to be given to victims of domestic abuse, through giving them up to […]


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