by focusmediation | Nov 18, 2015 | Family, Mediation, Separation, Uncategorized
This was the thought of Mr Veluppillai who decided to represent himself against his wife in divorce proceedings recently in what the judge called “a routine needs case after 20 years of marriage.” Not only did Mr Veluppillai not save himself money, he ended up with a...
by focusmediation | Jul 22, 2015 | Family, Mediation, Separation
As mediator I see hundreds of couples at the point where they are negotiating their arrangements for separation and divorce. It is fascinating. Many of them say they ‘Just want what is fair’ and that ‘They just want to sort it all out as quickly as...
by focusmediation | Feb 6, 2015 | Family, Mediation, Separation
Oxford house prices were quoted in the Oxford Times recently as the highest in the UK apart from London. This places extra stress on separating couples who now need two places to live instead of one, but it doesn’t look affordable January and February are tough months...
by focusmediation | Jan 5, 2015 | Family, Separation
Londoners are considered to enjoy to most affluent living standards in the UK. With salaries above the national average and house prices considered to be out of reach of those not already on the London property ladder, might be less fraught. The reality however can be...
by focusmediation | Sep 28, 2014 | Family, Mediation
When people split up they often try to get the better of the other person. They most often fight about money. Resources feel scarce. You may think if the other person has more, you will have less. This seems unfair and a struggle for money can begin. However, our...
