Vernon Kay and Tess Daly: The Importance of an Amicable Divorce
News that Vernon Kay and Tess Daly are separating after more than two decades of marriage has highlighted a growing trend of couples…
Family Law
Agreeing child contact arrangements for holidays and family events
As we head into Spring, people are planning for the holiday season ahead. Make sure your passport is in date but is that all the paperwork…
Just had a baby? Don’t forget to register the birth
The arrival of a new baby is a momentous occasion, and while it is a time to celebrate, there are important legal requirements that must be…
Beyond the headlines: The Beckham fallout and the power of constructive conversation
Following years of speculation about the nature of their relationship, the Beckham family have confirmed their fall-out in the most…
New Year, New Meaning: Gift Giving after Separation
Christmas is over for another year, the tree is down and the presents have all been unwrapped. January is a busy month for Family Law…
Relocating with a child? Key Considerations for Parents in Scotland
Relocating with your child whether within the UK or abroad, may be a particularly challenging situation to navigate.Whether you are moving…
Can’t We At Least Be Civil? Why Civility Matters in Family Law
Relationship breakdowns are traumatic for everyone involved – couples, children, extended family and friends. The emotional toll can be…
Financing Students
Many young people are now back at university or embarking on their further education journey. It is an exciting time for many young…
Putting a ring on it
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce recently announced their engagement alongside pictures of a very impressive engagement ring. No doubt…
Protecting Your Assets: The Vital Role of Prenuptial Agreements in Divorce
In a recent High Court decision, Mr Justice Francis told a husband to learn to cook as he dismissed a claim for a divorce settlement of £2.…
Putting the Children's Needs First
March 21st is Single Parents Day in the UK. Supported by a number of organisations which support single parent families and designed to…
The importance of Prenuptial Agreements
No one goes into a marriage expecting it to end. However, with almost 33% of all marriages in Scotland ending in divorce, it makes…
Thorntons expands leadership team with two new Partners
Independent full-service Scottish law firm Thorntons has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of two new partners, one an…
How long do I need to wait to get a Divorce?
Recently in England, around 80 couples were erroneously granted a divorce earlier than they were legally allowed to, due to a glitch in an…
Do you need a Cohabitation Agreement?
Are you (or someone you know) unmarried, and looking to move in with a partner? Cohabitation Agreements are increasingly common. There…
UK Immigration and Adoption
This National Adoption Week we want to shine a spotlight on immigration and adoption. We’ve previously looked at different situations where…
Don’t Look Back in Anger: The Power of Mediation
The recent news of Noel and Liam Gallagher of Oasis reconciling has reverberated across not just the music industry but also the hearts of…
10 Years of Equal Marriage in Scotland
When the Marriage and Civil Partnership (Scotland) Bill was passed by an overwhelming majority of MSPs in 2014, some same-sex couples…
What is Collaborative Law, and how does it work in Scotland?
Separation or divorce can be a painful and stressful experience. Collaborative family law is a commonly used type of Alternative Dispute…
Thorntons introduces new industry-leading family friendly leave policies
Enhanced entitlement will treble paid maternity leave and introduce fully paid shared parental leave as well as a maternity…
What Is Kinship Care?
By definition your kin is a relative or family member. This week in Scotland, it is Kinship Care Week. This legal insight highlights the…