Entries by Margaret Sculpher - Associate Solicitor | Resolution trained Mediator. Specialises in Family Law and Collaborative Law.

What is Non-Court Dispute Resolution?

Since a change in the law in April 2024, when someone wants to apply to the court for remedy, the parties are required to inform the Court of their views on “Non-Court Dispute Resolution” (NCDR). The aim of this change is to ensure that people only resort to a court application after they have considered […]

What does it mean to have the Final Order of Divorce?

Nowadays, as an application for Divorce is dealt with using the online service and does not require a reason to be given for the breakdown of the marriage, many couples will deal with the divorce application themselves and may not consult a family lawyer at any stage of their divorce.   However, what many couples do […]

Would family mediation work for me?

Relationship breakdown can be very difficult for all parties concerned, not just the partners, but for children and wider family. These days people are looking to resolve things quickly with as little acrimony as possible in these difficult times, inexpensively. Couples hope to make things as easy as possible for themselves and their children, seeking […]