Divorce
We specialise in divorce, child arrangements, financial remedy, prenuptials and much more. Call our team to find out your options.
Why We Need More Culturally Inclusive Family Law Mediation Services
Public Sector Pension: Understanding Pension Rights in Divorce
Your Guide to Khula: Navigating Divorce in Islamic Law
How to Navigate Coparenting After Divorce When You’re Both From Different Cultures
Parenting After Divorce: Overcoming Challenges as a South Asian Dad
Divorcing When Your Spouse Doesn’t Live in England: Legal Requirements, Child Arrangements and Division of Assets
Unbundled – SKB Law’s Family Law Coaching Services
I’m getting a divorce, how can I make sure I’m financially protected?
“My Partner Is Turning Our Child Against Me”: Understanding Parental Alienation
Can I Change My Child’s Name?
Can I Change My Child's Name? Many families choose to change their child's surname for lots of different reasons. Find out what you need...
No-Fault Divorce – the 5 key changes you need to know
On 6 April 2022, the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act comes into effect. It marks the biggest change to divorce laws in 50 years....
I’ve been served with a non-molestation order, what can I do?
Do grandparents have a right to see grandchildren after a divorce?
Do grandparents have a right to see grandchildren after a divorce? For many families, grandparents play an important role in the lives of...
What happens to my pension when I get divorced?
What happens to my pension when I get divorced? (updated 8 October 2021) The end of your relationship may affect your pension. If you're...
Increase in Family Court Fees
Increase in Family Court Fees An increase in certain court fees for family court services came into force on 30 September 2021. The...
Why we’ve joined the Employers’ Initiative on Domestic Abuse
Why SKB Law joined the Employers' Initiative on Domestic Abuse We're proud to share that SKB Law is now a member of the Employers'...
Children, Court and Cafcass
Children, Court and Cafcass In private law proceedings, Cafcass may be involved when parents who are separating cannot agree on...
Getting help with divorce court fees
Getting help with divorce court fees Did you know you might be eligible for help with divorce court fees? Find out more in this post. If...
What happens to mahr if you divorce?
What happens to mahr after divorce? We're often asked what is haq mehr after a divorce. This article explains more about mahr and...
Sarah makes her podcast debut on Divorced Muslim Dad
Sarah makes her podcast debut on Divorced Muslim Dad Like many people, we've thought about starting a podcast for a while. With a little...
Divorce, Separation and Your Gold Jewellery. Three Steps You Can Take To Protect Your Assets.
Divorce, Separation and Your Gold Jewellery. Three Steps You Can Take To Protect Your Assets. Some relationships end and couples find...
Let’s talk about the Nikah Nama. Do you know what you’re signing?
Let's talk about the Nikah Nama. Do you know what you're signing? Welcome to #MyNikah by SKB Law, a collection of articles designed for...
We don’t have a house or any children. Why do I need a Clean Break Order?
How Do You Know If Your Nikah Is Legally Recognised In England?
I’m divorced. Can I see my children during Lockdown?
I'm divorced. Can I see my children during Lockdown? On 5 January 2021, the UK entered the third national lockdown - in place until at...
Divorce and my immigration status: can I remain in the UK?
Divorce and my immigration status: can I remain in the UK? Does the end of your marriage mean the end of your leave to remain in the UK?...
Islamic Marriage, English Divorce
Islamic Marriage, English Divorce Our founder Sarah Khan-Bashir MBE is quoted in the Arab News about the rising divorce rates among...
SKB Law features on Channel 4 documentary about Nikah Ceremonies
SKB Law features on Channel 4 Documentary about Nikah Ceremonies Did your nikah take place in the UK? If it did, make sure you also...
Round Table Meetings – what are they?
Round Table Meetings - what are they? In this post, we explore the collaborative law approach of round table meetings. Our intention is to...
Can children visit separated parents during COVID-19?
Can children visit separated parents during COVID-19? Many of our clients have been in touch to ask whether children can visit separated...
Divorce + COVID-19 Questions
Lots of people are asking us how the pandemic and lockdown will impact their case or divorce. We've created a short guide with answers to...
Divorce law changes – end of ‘blame game’
The UK government is to introduce a new 'no-fault' divorce. The new law, which will apply to marriages and civil partnerships, will remove...
Women & Divorce: Minreet Kaur
"I'm divorced, so Sikh men don't want me" Minreet Kaur is a henna artist and a freelance journalist who works for the BBC. Her story...
Three Step Guide to Divorce
It can be difficult to understand what to do next when you’ve reached the decision to divorce. Our step by step guide helps you understand...
Divorce, Islam and Me: Saima Mir
Women & Divorce: Saima Mir Our Women&Divorce series features stories from women in their own words. In this piece, we're sharing...
Nikah – are you legally married?
Are you legally married? This article seeks to explain the laws relating to Islamic marriage, Nikaah ceremonies, and legally valid...