Swansea Office Announcement
Grant Stephens Family Law Blog
by Houston
3M ago
Swansea Office Announcement Since the firm’s inception in 2013, we have consistently grown, offering a range of specialised family law services, operating from our offices in the heart of Cardiff, providing excellence to clients across Wales and further afield. As a Welsh-grown firm, we are immensely proud to announce the expansion of our firm with the opening of our second office in Swansea on the beautiful SA1 waterfront. As the firm has grown, Grant Stephens Family Law has firmly established itself as one of the leading family law firms in Wales, expanding the firm’s client base, creat ..read more
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Hijinx’s Unity Festival
Grant Stephens Family Law Blog
by Houston
3M ago
Hijinx's Unity Festival Photo credited to Kirsten McTernan From the 3rd of July, up until the 7th of July, was Hijinx’s Unity Festival, an event which provides the opportunity for disabled, learning disabled and/or autistic artists to perform on a high-profile platform. As a company, Hijinx’s aim is to provide and promote opportunities for actors with learning disabilities and/or autism, to create an inclusive arts industry by increasing representation on stage and screen. Grant Stephens Family Law sponsored the festival, something which we are incredibly proud and honoured t ..read more
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Living Alone After A Separation
Grant Stephens Family Law Blog
by Houston
4M ago
Living Alone After A Separation Going from living with a partner for a long time, to living on your own can be a huge adjustment, and something that is very daunting for many people. For some people, it might be the first time they have ever lived on their own, and it comes with a lot of anxieties and emotions. Feeling this way is completely normal and it takes a long time to adjust to a change like this. You might have to find a new home, buy new furniture and clothes, work out how to budget and live on just one income instead of two, manage all your finances, bills, and insurance on your ..read more
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Who Says Signing a Prenuptial Agreement Isn’t Romantic?
Grant Stephens Family Law Blog
by Houston
5M ago
Who Says Signing a Prenuptial Agreement Isn’t Romantic? It is well known that prenuptial agreements have become more mainstream with people from all backgrounds now opting to enter these agreements. They are no longer just for the super-rich or movie stars, but instead, for anyone who wants to attempt to ringfence their assets or have a clear agreement on how finances are distributed in the event of a relationship breakdown. Prenuptial agreements can provide parties with clear intentions as to the financial split in the event of divorce and can help to reduce acrimony, and lengthy legal pro ..read more
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Becoming a Resolution Family Team Member
Grant Stephens Family Law Blog
by Houston
6M ago
Becoming a Resolution Family Team Member All our family law solicitors are members of Resolution, making Grant Stephens Family Law, a Resolution Family Team. Resolution is a community of family law solicitors and justice professionals across the UK who aim to explore court alternatives as the first resort, with the intention of avoiding court and finding amicable solutions between both parties. Resolution promotes the use of alternative services such as Mediation and Collaborative Law and sets out constructive approaches to family law issues through its Code of Practice. Collaborative Law i ..read more
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A Decade of Same-Sex Marriage
Grant Stephens Family Law Blog
by Houston
8M ago
A Decade of Same-Sex Marriage The Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013 was passed on 17th July 2013; however, it wasn’t until 13th March 2014 that couples could register their intentions to marry under the Act, followed by the first same-sex marriages taking place on 29th March 2014. The Act also allowed those who entered a same-sex civil partnership to convert their civil partnership to marriage without the requirement of needing to dissolve their civil partnership before getting married. *Source We celebrate this 10th anniversary of this pinnacle moment which was long overdue for marri ..read more
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Celebrating International Women’s Day
Grant Stephens Family Law Blog
by Houston
8M ago
Celebrating International Women's Day International Women’s Day 2024 will take place on Friday 8th March and is a day to celebrate the women’s rights movement, recognising the progress that has been made, and the progress that still needs to be made for women’s equality across the world. The campaign theme of this year’s International Women’s Day is ‘Inspire Inclusion’. “When we inspire others to understand and value women’s inclusion, we forge a better world. And when women themselves are inspired to be included there’s a sense of belonging, relevance, and empowerment. Collectively let’s f ..read more
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Coping With Valentine’s Day After Divorce or Separation
Grant Stephens Family Law Blog
by Houston
9M ago
Coping With Valentine’s Day After Divorce or Separation Valentine’s Day can be a challenging period for those who have recently separated or divorced, while everyone’s situation is different and there is no perfect solution, here are a few tips that may help: Digital Detox In a digital age, being bombarded with photos of romantic and newly engaged couples can take its toll. Consider putting your phone away, at least for the rest of the day. A short break on social media can provide relief and reduce emotional triggers. Self-Care Treat yourself to activities you enjoy, whether it’s getti ..read more
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Finalist in the Cardiff Life Awards 2024
Grant Stephens Family Law Blog
by Houston
9M ago
Finalists in the Cardiff Life Awards 2024 Grant Stephens Family Law is delighted to share the exciting news that we have been selected as a finalist in the legal category for the prestigious Cardiff Life Awards 2024. This recognition comes after delivering over a decade of excellence. Being named a finalist is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our team, our clients, and everyone who has contributed to our success over the past decade. This achievement follows another remarkable year of growth and success for the firm and reinforces ..read more
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Family Mediation Week 2024
Grant Stephens Family Law Blog
by Houston
10M ago
Family Mediation Week 2024 Family Mediation Week 2024 will run between Monday 22nd January and Friday 26th January, this annual campaign was created to raise awareness of the benefits of mediation. This year the campaign urges parents who are deciding to separate or divorce to seek out information on how to avoid courtroom confrontation to settle financial and parental agreements. As family lawyers, we typically see a spike in the number of enquiries in January including many separating parents following the financial and relationship pressures over the Christmas period. Lisa Evans, a Direc ..read more
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