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Both you and your husband or wife or partner will be concerned about how your children will deal with your separation. There is ample research that demonstrates children can adapt...

Are you considering mediation and would like to understand more of what is involved before taking the next step? Danka Neuborn a mediator at Belderbos Solicitors is available to discuss...

This week mediators across the country are promoting the benefits of mediation in National Mediation Week. Mediators recognise that settlements achieved through parties discussing matters directly themselves are considerably preferable...

You need to choose a solicitor who is right for you and who you can work with. An initial meeting is crucial to establish whether that relationship will work. Does...

James Belderbos is delighted to be supporting a national, not-for-profit social enterprise working to provide accessible support to families through the difficulties of separation and divorce. James Belderbos is delighted...

The Split is a show created for the purpose of entertainment not legal advice. It has reminded me that those going through a divorce should avoid being affected by things...

Learn more in this video with James. * since June 2020 James has been a director of Belderbos Solicitors Limited.

Divorce and separation is probably one of the most stressful things a family can go through. I help my clients reduce their stress by using alternatives to the traditional court...

James Belderbos appeared on the midmorning show with Ben Jackson on 21st June to discuss the positive aspects of Family Law in particular Collaborative Law. James’ interview with Ben started...

Rutland Solicitor, James Belderbos, has opened a new office in the county to strengthen his practice in helping individuals wishing to achieve an amicable separation. Belderbos Specialist Family Law Solicitors,...

As news unfolds daily of what Brexit may mean to us as a nation it is evident how little we understood the ramifications of exiting our union with Europe. After...

I’m a proud member of Resolution, a community of family justice professionals who work with families and individuals to resolve issues in a constructive way. Resolution membership is about the...

Good Divorce Week: Resolving issues in a constructive way I am impressed at how often those visiting my office for the first time are accompanied by a friend of family...

 I’ve been asked at various times this question which isn’t surprising as a lot of what we believe is based upon what we read or hear about in the...

Top 10 reasons why the court will return your Divorce Petition A recent review of how divorce centres are progressing has highlighted the top ten reasons why Divorce Petitions are...

It is not unheard of for solicitors specialising in seeking an amicable divorce to be asked at the outset of a case, “Can you act for my husband and I?”...

With professional support you can achieve a fair resolution and even avoid going to court. There is so much to consider in the process of divorce or separation. How do...

Coercive or Controlling behaviour is now a crime carrying 5 year prison term. Victims subjected to sustained patterns of domestic abuse will be able to seek protection under a new...

Every now and then we are asked, “How quickly can I get divorced?” Sometimes, it is not a question of how quick but rather when can you start the process....

This is a very reasonable question to ask and one which we will answer fully depending on your own particular circumstances. If life followed a, “one size fits all” pattern...

Christmas is a hectic time for everybody, there’s so much to organise, do and buy, it’s no surprise that it’s the most stressful time of year for a lot of...

James Belderbos is a member of Resolution and supports it in its quest to help couples going through separation. This week Resolution has launched it’s third Family Dispute Resolution Week....

Of the many questions asked when advising parents who are going through a divorce or separating, is when will I see my children? This is often the most emotional issue....

Thinking of Getting Divorced? You’re Not Alone. In February 2014, The Office of National Statistics released 13 facts about divorce: There were thirteen divorces an hour in England and Wales...

If you have decided that the only option for you to proceed is to dissolve your marriage and get divorced rather than separating then you need to consider the procedure....

We have noticed in recent years that the age demographic of many of our clients is increasing. This is down to a number of factors which may include life expectancy,...

What is the seven year itch? Psychologists say that often after around seven years a monogamous relationship starts to break down. The term became popular after the 1955 film of...