Kerry Graham

The week of the 26 th January 2026 to the 30 th January 2026 is Family Mediation Week. https://www.familymediationcouncil.org.uk/fmw/ Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) has, in recent years, proven to be very successful in allowing parties to reach...

I am often asked, “What finances do I have to disclose in my divorce?” or “Do I really have to disclose such and such?” when dealing with the finances of separating parties. The starting requirement is the duty of full and frank...

The question of whether it is worth seeking a court order for child arrangements, and if their child is too old for this, is one we often encounter from parents. If we were to examine the strict wording of the law under the Children Act 1989, the court...

The legal dispute in the case of Helliwell -v- Entwistle continues to take turns with the latest turn appearing to be in the Supreme Court. Brief Background The divorce case involved a pre-nuptial agreement which was signed on the day of the wedding....

Divorce can feel overwhelming, both emotionally and practically. Many people going through the process have similar concerns about how divorce works, what it involves, and what to expect. Below are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about...

For many couples, pets are more than just animals — they are beloved companions and part of the family. But when a marriage ends, deciding who keeps the dog, cat, or other pet can become one of the most emotionally charged aspects of a divorce. Unlike...

We have previously discussed nuptial agreements, including what they can specifically protect and what they need to include to be effective – Nuptial agreements . However, one thing that we have not examined yet which we often get asked is when...

The purchase of a house with your partner can be an exciting time for a couple and considering what would happen should you unfortunately break up is unlikely to be at the forefront of your mind. If an unmarried couple do break up, and a house is owned,...

At this time of year, most of us are planning our Summer holidays and how much sun tan lotion we will need to take away with us, nobody is thinking about Christmas, however, if you are a separated parent now is exactly the right time to start turning your...

We are pleased to introduce Kerry Graham, a new consultant solicitor in our family department. Kerry is a highly qualified solicitor of some 27 years and member of resolution. She is a former partner and has headed up family law teams in the southwest for...