Family difficulties can be very stressful and upsetting. As a result, they have a tendency to escalate into all out war, which can leave everybody with battle-scars.
Our 'survival' guides explain your rights, how the law works in practise, and what other options you might have. We also try to give you practical advice as to how to get through it.
Divorce - a survival toolkit
Whether you are ending a marriage or a CP, our guide explains how the law works, how children and money issues fit in, and your options for working these out. Also includes practical advice to help you and your children through...
Parents Apart
Disagreements over children can be very distressing and destructive. Our guide aims to help you find ways of being co-operative parents and families. We explain where you can get help, and what - as a last resort - the law can do
Trouble at school
It can be alarming when things start going wrong for your child at school. Whether you are getting letters sent home or your child has been excluded, it can feel like a slippery slope to disaster - but it doesn't need to be like...
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Living Together?
Do you live with your partner but aren't married or in a civil partnership? Our LivingTogether section will tell you everything you need to know, and explain what you need to do to protect yourself and your partner, and when you need to do it. Read more...
Family Mediation Helpline
The Family Mediation Helpline can help you find a local family mediator.
0845 60 26 627
Get advice
Use the Community Legal Advice website to find an adviser or solicitor in your area.
Go to www.communitylegaladvice.org.uk or find other sources of help.
