The myth of “grandparents rights”
It is surprising that after many years of undertaking this work how certain myths persist…
January 12, 2024 By Mark Smith
What is a Rule 16.4 Guardian?
When private law family proceedings and disputes between parents and their children become complicated, it…
December 30, 2023 By Edward Bidder
Co-Parenting apps
In previous articles I have explored various ways in which parents can co-parent their children…
December 29, 2023 By Stephens Scown
What to expect from a final hearing and tips for giving evidence
The prospect of a final hearing can in itself be incredibly intimidating, and the added…
December 4, 2023 By Charlotte Plummer
Public Law Orders and the Court’s Jurisdiction
If a local authority has sufficient concerns that they want to apply to court for…
October 30, 2023 By Bill Wilkins
What is the ‘No Order Principle’?
In most proceedings concerning arrangements for children in England and Wales, the Court is required…
October 27, 2023 By Jordan Carter
Parental Alienation – For the Court to Decide
Parental alienation is described as “actions by one parent (either intentionally or unintentionally) to adversely…
October 25, 2023 By Bill Wilkins
Which Courts deal with children proceedings?
Which Courts deal with children proceedings and which should you apply to? This article is…
October 23, 2023 By Stephens Scown
Contact with my children – supervised contact and contact notes
When relationships break down, agreeing how and when parents, guardians or relatives see the children…
October 19, 2023 By Edward Bidder
What is a Parental Responsibility Agreement?
The concept of a parental responsibility agreement came into law in 1989 with the enactment…
February 28, 2023 By Peter Marshall
What happens when parents hold very different religious views upon separation?
The subject of religion can be a very difficult and complex area to negotiate in…
September 5, 2022 By Peter Marshall
Arrangements For Parental Attendance At Child Appointments
It is appropriate and indeed necessary for there to be parental attendance at child appointments,…
August 2, 2022 By Peter Marshall