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There’s no ‘one size fits all’ approach to divorce, and each separation will take a different path, but how do you decide the best approach to take?
When a marriage comes to an end, every choice can feel overwhelming, particularly if children are involved. Whether it's mediation or court, knowing the options that are available to you from the outset can avoid additional cost and time, and ultimately provide better outcomes.
Coming together to consider the benefits and drawbacks of each are Zahra Pabani, Clare Wiseman and Claire Filer, Partners in our family law team, and Laura Heaton, Barrister from 29 Bedford Row Chambers. In the podcast they discuss:
Navigating the international implications of the divorce processThe increase in alternative dispute resolution methodsThe options available to separating couplesBenefits of court vs mediation cases.

In the run up to Valentine's Day, Family law expert Zahra Pabani is joined by a panel of guests to talk everything love, marriage and money. Along with Marie Kilgallen from our family law team, Zahra also welcomes Rachel Maclynn, Founder and CEO of matchmaking agency the Vida Consultancy, and Sophie Foxton, a wedding planner from Gorcott Hall in Warwickshire.
They discuss:
How the matchmaking process works, especially in later lifeKeeping yourself financially secure in relationshipsStarting the conversation for pre- and post-nuptial agreements.

To mark World Cancer Day, our International Serious Injury partner Cheryl Palmer-Hughes explores what happened at Camp LeJeune between 1953 and 1987 and the recent changes in legislation that now allow for claims to be brought.
She’s joined by Andrew Buckham, our military injury partner, Mike Doyle, partner at US law firm Doyle Dennis LLP, and Joe House, a veteran who was based at the training facility.
Together they discuss:
• The toxic water contamination
• The link to cancer and other serious illnesses
• The impact on those stationed there
• How changes in US legislation made it possible for those affected to make a claim
• How legal support could help you or someone you know.
Joe also gives a personal insight into his family’s experience at Camp LeJeune and how it’s sadly changed their life. He’s wants to share his story and encourage others to seek answers.
Supporting the Armed Forces and Veterans
British service personnel and civilian workers were exposed to contaminated water at the camp between 1953 and 1987. This increased their risks of developing cancer or other serious illnesses. The deadline to submit a claim is 10 August 2024. We’re here to help you make a claim for any illnesses caused by your time at Camp LeJeune. Visit our website to find out more.

Our client Lindsey Dawson always wanted to have children. But failure to correctly interpret her smear test result, leading to her developing cervical cancer, meant she had to make difficult decisions about her fertility before she had time to fully process the reality of her situation.
After a legal investigation into her care, Lindsey and her husband Kieron are exploring surrogacy.
Lindsey joined her solicitor and our medical negligence expert Rebecca Brown on the podcast to talk about her journey through cervical cancer and her hopes of starting a family.
They were accompanied by Shine Cancer Support’s Tatum De Roeck and consultant gynaecologist Nick Raine-Fenning. Together they discussed:

Available treatment options The cost of treatment and the importance of legal supportAlternatives to surrogacySupport available for those diagnosed with cancer and their families.

You can read more about Lindsey's journey in our Imagine magazine.

Join our financial planning experts Edward Tomlinson, Head of the Financial Planning team, and Lewis Giaramita, Head of Investments, as they provide an insight into the past 12 months in the investment markets, and what this means for the next year.
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Family disputes can be complex and difficult especially when dealing with the impact on children and financial arrangements. But mediation can be a very effective way to resolve disputes amicably. Our Family law expert, Zahra Pabani, is joined by our family mediator and ex-BBC broadcaster, Joanna Gosling and our family lawyers Anna Chenoweth and Vandna Sharma. Together they discuss how to prepare for mediation and how to make the most of the mediation process when dealing with finances and child arrangements.