Historically, a non domiciled divorcing couple have been able to mitigate their UK tax liabilities when making a lump sum payment to the other party to the divorce. Following guidance from HMRC in 2025, however, it seems that this particular
Family Law Blog - Kingsley Napley
The Family Law Blog published by Kingsley Napley focuses on various aspects of family law, including issues related to divorce, child custody, and financial arrangements between separating couples. It addresses practical challenges such as shared parenting during holidays, the division of valuable or sentimental property in divorce proceedings, and the protection of assets like art through prenuptial agreements. The blog also covers international family law matters, particularly those involving Franco-British relationships, and highlights awareness campaigns related to fertility. The content is aimed at providing guidance on legal complexities faced by families in different circumstances.
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From the UK to the UAE: Tips for a Successful Relocation
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Contrary to what some aspects of the British media may lead you to believe, life in the Middle East remains a very attractive prospect for many. Britons continue to relocate there and, according to a recent report in the Times,…
Lost in translation? Spring clean your cross‑channel documents
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It may feel like an administrative burden to keep personal affairs in order, be that your Will, financial or estate planning. That burden can be even greater when the rules of two (or more) countries are relevant. We regularly help…
Controlling or Coercive Behaviour and its financial ramifications in divorce proceedings
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It has been just over a decade since the offence of controlling or coercive behaviour came into force with the Serious Crime Act 2015. With this offence, the criminal law formally recognised that prolonged emotional, psychological and financial abuse can…
Child Inclusive Mediation – connecting with your child’s views
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For a number of years, research has shown that children and young people want information about what is happening to their family when their parents decide to separate. Many want the opportunity to be heard when decisions are being made…
The voice of the child in family courts
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Earlier this summer, the Minister of Justice, Simon Hughes, confirmed the Government’s commitment to a further change to the Family Justice System, which will see children given more of a voice in court and other proceedings in which decisions are…
What to expect at a Mediation Information and Assessment Meetings (MIAMs)
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Hi, I’m Olivia, a family lawyer and mediator at Kingsley Napley LLP working alongside four other brilliant mediators in our team. In this short blog, I set out what you can expect from your first meeting with a family mediator.
Mental capacity concerns in family mediation
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Family dynamics are complex at the best of times. When one family member is unwell, stress and worry can quickly lead to friction and mistrust among siblings and parents alike.
Keeping the peace at Christmas – top tips for shared parenting over the festive season
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For separated or divorced families, Christmas time is often an emotionally charged time of year, fraught with practical challenges as parents try to agree contact time and arrangements for Christmas events. Claire Wood shares some tips on how best to…
Hang on to your Hockney – Protecting art in prenuptial agreements
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It is 16 May 2022. Sotherby’s, New York. A collection is being auctioned, achieving the highest total from a single sale in the auction house’s 277-year history. $922.2 million. The culmination of a bitter divorce between Harry Macklowe (property mogul)…