Family law issues are often deeply personal, emotionally charged, and difficult to navigate without clear guidance. Whether you are considering separation, arranging child contact, or trying to understand your legal rights, having reliable information can make an overwhelming situation feel more manageable.

If you signed a prenuptial agreement before you got married, you might be wondering if it still has legal standing, even if it no longer reflects your life today. If your finances have changed, or you have bought property, built up a business or taken on new financial responsibilities since the prenup was agreed, you may wonder whether it’s possible to change it to account for these new circumstances.

In a recent decision by the Court of Appeal Re J (Loss of Parental Responsibility) 2026 the court addressed whether being named on a child’s birth certificate automatically granted parental responsibility to fathers if they’re not the biological father.

A common question received from client’s going through private children law proceedings is whether they can retrieve their legal costs from the other party. This is a common concern particularly for parents who are not spending time with their child/children and are seeking to make a court application.

Explore what parental alienation is, the warning signs to look out for, and how it can affect children. The Family Law team can provide clear, confidential advice to help you take the right next steps.

Switalskis is investing in training programmes that support colleagues to train and qualify through a range of routes, enabling them to choose pathways that suit their circumstances.

Leaving someone you’re married to is a big step, but if you are wanting to do this the best way is through a divorce. A divorce is the legal ending of a marriage. If you’re in a civil partnership it is called a dissolution, but the process is the same.

When going through a divorce, updating your Will is often overlooked. However, a Final Order of Divorce (formerly known as a Decree Absolute) can have a significant impact on how your Will operates. Understanding this effect is essential to ensure your estate is dealt with in line with your wishes and to avoid unintended consequences for your loved ones.