Divorce & Dissolution of Civil Partnerships Archives

Can you find happiness after a divorce?

cmathison2024-02-21T11:03:39+00:00January 29th, 2024|Divorce, Divorce & Dissolution of Civil Partnerships|

A lot of new clients ask us how they will feel after their divorce has been finalised. Some people get to the end of their divorce and they’re in the new normal where they feel at peace with their relationship status.

Others mourn the marriage or relationship they once had.

Other clients ask us if they can find happiness after a divorce and the answer is, YES you can. Although very few people will say that they enjoyed going through a divorce, with time, almost all of our clients found […]

You’ve had a terrible Christmas and want to separate – what now?

cmathison2024-02-21T11:18:12+00:00January 4th, 2024|Christmas, Divorce, Divorce & Dissolution of Civil Partnerships, Separation Agreements|

In our experience, Christmas can be the final straw for relationships that have been delicate for some time. The cost-of-living crisis has exacerbated this further with heightened financial concerns magnifying issues.

Many couples were already at breaking point before Christmas but the last thing they wanted to do is to make Christmas even more strained by voicing their relationship doubts.

Online visits to our divorce and separation webpages are 30 percent higher during January and February every year. “Divorce Month” isn’t a happy occasion and contacting a solicitor can be a daunting process. We know there will be many couples who have […]

How much does a divorce cost and how long does it take?

cmathison2024-02-21T11:30:21+00:00October 25th, 2023|Divorce, Divorce & Dissolution of Civil Partnerships|

How much does a divorce cost?

The cost of a divorce ultimately depends on the case, the people involved and the extent of the dispute between you and your ex-spouse. One of our Family Lawyers Hayley Mitchell speaks about this in more detail on our TikTok channel.

At your first appointment with your solicitor, we would consider your circumstances, the extent of the dispute or future dispute and give you an indication of what costs you can expect to resolve your divorce.

Simplified process

The cheapest way to get a divorce is by using the simplified procedure, however, this is not […]

Top 5 tips to look after your mental health during a separation or divorce

cmathison2024-02-21T11:53:28+00:00September 28th, 2023|Divorce, Divorce & Dissolution of Civil Partnerships, Separation Agreements|

World Mental Health Day (10 October) is about raising awareness of mental health and driving positive change for everyone’s mental health.

When you’re going through a separation or divorce, it is natural to have feelings of worry, stress and anxiety which can have an impact on your mental health. The legal process itself can feel complex and alien, even with expert guidance. After the legal part is finished, there are the unknowns for the future.

It’s really important to take good care of your mental health during this process. This will support you to make strong, informed decisions to move forward with your life.

Here are […]

How to get a divorce in Edinburgh

cmathison2024-02-21T11:31:59+00:00August 16th, 2023|Divorce, Divorce & Dissolution of Civil Partnerships|

Many people don’t realise that divorcing in Scotland is not the same process or the same legal system as divorcing in England or Wales.

At Johnson Legal Family Law, we care about our clients. We recognise that a dispute with your spouse or partner is one of the most stressful life events you may ever deal with. We listen to and empower our clients to take control and move forward with their lives.

How can I establish that my marriage has broken down?

If you’re looking to get a divorce with a Family Law firm in Edinburgh, you need to establish to a court […]

Why do divorce and separation rates peak after the summer holidays?

cmathison2024-02-21T11:58:24+00:00July 26th, 2023|Divorce, Divorce & Dissolution of Civil Partnerships, Separation Agreements, Summer Holidays|

The summer holidays can be a magical time for families to make memories, go on trips and spend uninterrupted quality time together.

However, in our experience, the school summer holidays can often be the final straw for relationships that have been fragile for some time.

It’s been well researched and documented that parents often experience an increase in domestic arguments during the summer months, which in turn may lead them to becoming disillusioned with their relationship and to question its long-term viability.

End of the school holidays is one of the busiest times for Family Lawyers

Outside of post-Christmas enquiries in January, the end […]

Edinburgh Family Law firm launches Scotland’s first Divorce and Separation digital Wellbeing hub on Mental Health Awareness Week

cmathison2024-02-21T11:24:05+00:00May 15th, 2023|Children & parenting issues, Divorce, Divorce & Dissolution of Civil Partnerships, Family Law News, Separation Agreements|

Edinburgh Family Law firm Johnson Legal Family Law is giving those going through a relationship breakdown access to important wellbeing support with the launch of a new digital Divorce and Separation Wellbeing Hub.

The Divorce and Separation Wellbeing Hub is the first of its kind in Scotland and has been developed in collaboration with a number of Scottish charities including Shared Parenting Scotland, Relationships Scotland, Family Journeys and Bright Light Relationship Counselling.

The charities were all instrumental in providing resources and offering guidance in the development of the hub and the website was also reviewed by a Relationship Counsellor to ensure […]

How to survive wedding season when you’re recently divorced or separated

cmathison2024-02-21T12:04:31+00:00May 10th, 2023|Divorce, Divorce & Dissolution of Civil Partnerships, Domestic Abuse, Separation Agreements|

Summer is fast approaching and although the (Scottish!) weather hasn’t quite caught up just yet, wedding season is just around the corner. Weddings can be stressful for anyone, but if you’ve recently been through a divorce or separation, this season of love can be a particularly distressing prospect.

On the other hand, weddings are also a great opportunity to re-ignite old friendships that got squeezed out during your marriage or relationship or meet new people and broaden your circle.

To make the wedding season a bit less overwhelming, try to evaluate each invitation as you receive it, and consider a few key […]

Cost of living crisis expected to exacerbate high January divorce figures

cmathison2024-02-21T11:09:13+00:00January 5th, 2023|Cost of Living, Divorce, Divorce & Dissolution of Civil Partnerships|

As Christmas 2022 comes to a close, Family Lawyers across Scotland are preparing for their busiest time of the year.

In our experience, Christmas can be the final straw for relationships that have been delicate for some time. The cost-of-living crisis has exacerbated this further with heightened financial concerns magnifying issues.

My team is on New Year alert, expecting a flood of enquiries. Search queries for divorce on google in January and February can be between 10 per cent and 30 per cent higher than the average, whilst online visits to our divorce and separation webpages are 30 per cent higher during […]