Author: Alison Herd

Unquestionably, being separated from your companion is among the most stressful circumstances one can experience. In addition to the challenges associated with the dissolution of your relationship, you may also be concerned about the well-being of your children, secure housing, and financial stability. Significantly contributing to the fact that many individuals feel completely overburdened when…

As transgender issues gain prominence in society and the legal system, it is critical that the Scottish legal system accommodate the requirements of the LGBTQ+ community. Transgender individuals and dissolution or divorce Before 2004, Scotland had a singular premise for divorce, which was the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. There exist four distinct methods for…

You may be curious about the initial steps you can take to navigate this difficult process as efficiently and amicably as possible if you have decided to divorce or separate. A competent, neutral professional assists a couple in family mediation in obtaining the necessary support to reach an amicable resolution regarding their children, property, and…

The idea of what a family looks like continues to grow and evolve as society develops and, while there used to be one model that dominated all others, significant changes in family structure have taken place over the past few decades. New ways to build a family reflect new ways of living together in harmony,…

Undoubtedly, the act of adopting a child is a transformative experience. Although it may be appealing to think of the child’s new life with their adoptive family as a “fresh start” it is increasingly acknowledged that children may benefit from maintaining ties with their biological family. The court will be requested to consider whether granting…