Alicja Bielawska
Articles by Alicja Bielawska
8 Jan 2026
Are International Divorce Rates Higher in January?
From the perspective of someone who leads a UK Family Law department acting predominantly in matters with a cross-border element, the short answer is yes, but the more interesting question is why.
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3 Sep 2025
IMD Family law team contributed to ICLG 2026 publication
We are proud to announce that the International Comparative Legal Guide – Family Law 2026 has been published and we are contributor to the expert analysis chapter “Responding to International Child Abduction: Legal Pathways and Enforcement Challenges”. Four members of IMD Solicitors Family team Iwona Durlak, Isabella Giannone, Paula Piquer Ruz & James Legg wrote a chapter […]
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8 Dec 2023
Clarity is key to ensuring a Joyous Festive Period
Speak to a member of our specialist international team of UK family lawyers today on 0330 107 0107. The Importance of clear Child Arrangements Orders at Christmas Time The festive season is best enjoyed as a time of warmth, laughter, and togetherness, especially for families. Now that Halloween and Fireworks Night are in the rear-view mirror, […]
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12 Jul 2023
Is my overseas marriage recognised in the UK?
Speak to a member of our specialist international team of UK family lawyers today on 0330 107 0107. Getting married overseas is an exciting and romantic adventure for many couples. Whether you’ve tied the knot on a sun-kissed beach or in a stunning European city, it’s a chance to celebrate your love in a unique and […]
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10 Jul 2023
Can you get a divorce without going to court in the UK?
Divorce can be a difficult and emotional process. In the UK, many couples wonder if it’s possible to get a divorce without going to court, especially if both parties agree. In this article, we’ll explore how to divorce in the UK, the process of getting a divorce without going to court, and the various factors […]
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21 Mar 2023
Discharge of return orders under Article 11(6) – (8) of the Brussels IIA Regulation
IMD Solicitors were instructed on a complex international children matter by a mother desperate to protect her child. The complexity of the case arose from its background, as well as the rarity of the court applications made. The case concerns a 13-year-old girl (“M”) born to Polish parents in the UK. At the age of […]
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11 Oct 2022
Why everyone should have a pre-nuptial agreement
Pre-nuptial agreements are not merely for the wealthy. Whether you expect to inherit substantial assets in the future, or have family heirlooms you want to ensure remains within the family, everyone should consider entering into a pre-nuptial agreement. No one enters a marriage or civil partnership with the expectation it will end, but if the […]
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12 Sep 2022
Sharing pensions on divorce
New research by the insurance company Legal and General has found that a whopping seven in ten divorcing couples do not share their pensions. This leaves women, in particular, at greater risk of not having sufficient money to live on in retirement. According to a Which? Survey of 1,000 people who divorced since 2000, one […]
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12 Sep 2022
No-fault divorce in England and Wales, is it ahead of the curve?
The biggest change to divorce law in 50 years came into effect in England and Wales on 6th April 2022 with the introduction of no-fault divorce. Formerly, family law practitioners attempted to take the heat out of acrimonious proceedings by encouraging their clients to take a more conciliatory approach or using anodyne examples of unreasonable […]
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