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New Year, New You Finance, Careers & Personal Development


Promotional Content • Saturday 10th January 2026


New year, new future: taking control of your finances after separation


The New Year often brings reflection and a reassessment of life’s direction


For many in long-term relationships, it raises difficult questions about hap- piness, security and what lies ahead: Am I truly content? Could things be different? For those considering separation


or divorce, emotional concerns are often followed by practical ones: What happens to my finances if I leave? Financial uncertainty is one of the main reasons people stay in unhap- py relationships longer than they need to. Divorce and separation is emo-


tional, but it’s also financial. Te impact can be significant, particu- larly in later life or after years of shared responsibilities and uneven earning capacity. In long marriages, one partner may have cared for chil-


dren or managed the home, while the other built a business or career. Both have contributed, but often in very different ways. Zeus Family Law supports peo-


ple on both sides of this equation. Whether you’re seeking security after years of caregiving or looking to protect the assets you’ve worked hard for, early legal advice is key. When a partnership ends, financial


clarity


isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. Every case is individual, and Zeus’ lawyers take time to listen to your needs.


PENSIONS: THE MOST OVER- LOOKED ASSET IN DIVORCE One of the most misunderstood, and often most valuable, assets in divorce is the pension. For many, it’s worth more


than the family


home. Yet pensions are frequently ignored or poorly negotiated, even


by professionals, leading to serious long-term consequences. Zeus helps clients understand,


value and divide pensions cor- rectly, avoiding costly mistakes. Te Cardiff-based team regularly ad- vises on complex, high-value cases across England and Wales. It works closely with financial advisers and actuaries where needed, particularly when pensions are involved, a fre- quently mishandled area of family law with lasting consequences.


WHY CLARITY MATTERS MORE THAN EVER In an age where traditional roles are shifting and wealth structures are in- creasingly complex, family law must evolve with it. Tere’s no common law marriage in England and Wales, and no guaranteed entitlement without legal clarity. Whether married, cohab-


iting or separated years ago without a financial order, many people are sur- prised by what the law does, or doesn’t, offer them.


FINANCIAL STRATEGY, NOT JUST SETTLEMENT Separation marks a financial reset, but it should never mean starting from zero. A robust legal approach includes


understanding and valuing pen- sions, structuring clean breaks, preserving business


interests and


negotiating maintenance or lump sum arrangements. Tese decisions shape your finan- cial wellbeing for years and, often,


decades to come. Zeus’ expert lawyers will guide you through this process. Zeus’ Cardiff-based team spe-


cialise in high-value, complex cases across England and Wales. Tey offer solicitor-led continuity and expert, consistent advice from start to finish.


A SECURE FUTURE BEGINS WITH INFORMED DECISIONS Te start of the year is an ideal time to seek advice; not just to react to change, but to plan for a secure future. Zeus believes that knowledge


is power and its lawyers are dedi- cated to providing common sense jargon-free solutions to your case.


T: 0330 311 2510 E: contact@zeusfamilylaw.com zeusfamilylaw.com


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Zeus’ message for 2026? Don’t guess. Don’t wait. Ask the right questions and take control of your future. Scan the QR code to find out more.


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