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Archive for August 2008

Clients and bankruptcy: a cautionary tale

The judge found that the solicitors were not responsible for their former client’s financial loss. Recently I was consulted by a client who was angry with her well known and expensive solicitors. She handed me a court order dated 2001. She …

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The FT and Pre-nups: Till Divorce Us Do Part

It appears that I’m not the only one with strong views about pre-nuptial agreements. The FT Weekend Magazine interviewed me for its lengthy cover story on this controversial subject, published this weekend. The spoils of war By Richard …

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When to walk away?

Don’t get yourself in a stew – when saying ‘no’ to a potential client is not just necessary but essential After more than two decades of legal practice, I am often asked by younger colleagues for advice on a multitude of topics. The …

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“Prenuptial agreements: a rethink required”

I was interested to read an excellent article called Pre-nuptial agreements – a rethink required in this month’s Family Law journal. By Christopher Sharp QC of St John’s Chambers in Bristol, it contains an interesting review of …

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Prenuptial Agreements: A Family Affair?

Parents of prospective brides and grooms are coming to see me in increasing numbers, to ask about prenups. My opinions on prenuptial agreements are well known. I don’t like them, do not believe that they are “socially necessary” …

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Parent v Parent – by guest blogger Andrea Essen

It is tragic when a family breaks up and children are left in the middle between parents – but never more so than when the parents become so bitter towards each other, they are unable to work together for the sake of the children.  …

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Marilyn Stowe is the senior partner in Stowe Family Law, which has offices in Yorkshire, Cheshire and London. With more than 25 years’ experience handling divorce cases and family law proceedings she is regarded as one of the most formidable and sought after divorce lawyers in the UK.

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I write for the benefit of those who are experiencing family breakdown and for fellow family law professionals. Please note that all persons mentioned in the scenarios are fictitious: details have been deliberately changed in order to protect identities and other confidential circumstances of my clients.

Please also note the advice I give in each scenario must not be relied upon by anyone reading my blog. You must always take your own legal advice as your circumstances may be different and English family law is continually changing.

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