Cafcass publishes new domestic abuse policy
Cafcass – the organisation that allocates Guardians and Family Court Advisors (FCAs) to assist the…
October 16, 2024 By Sarah Hindle
International Relocation
At the beginning of October 2024, a final hearing relating to the international relocation of…
October 15, 2024 By Sarah Hindle
Family Group Conferences – the principles and how they can be adopted in both private and public law
In recent years the use and benefit of Family Group Conferences has grown, especially in…
September 25, 2024 By Megan Eaton
Do you need permission to move your child within England and Wales?
The simple answer is no, permission is not required from another parent to move within…
September 23, 2024 By Peter Marshall
Round table meetings – what are they and should I consider them?
In this series of articles, we are explaining about alternative ways of resolving disputes concerning…
September 12, 2024 By Sarah Bell
What age must children of different sex have separate bedrooms?
Legally, there is no specific age at which children of different sex from the same…
September 10, 2024 By Peter Marshall
Landmark Surrogacy Case
The Court has recently made a landmark ruling in the case of Z (surrogacy: step-parent…
September 9, 2024 By Peter Marshall
Section 7 Report – does the court have to follow recommendations?
In proceedings involving children where the welfare of the child(ren) is in question, the court…
September 4, 2024 By Sarah Bell
International Divorce – Key Considerations
It is increasingly common for families to have an international connection – whether that be…
August 30, 2024 By Lizzie Smith
International Family Law specialist strengthens Family Team
With a stellar career spanning more than 30 years, Ann Thomas is a specialist in…
August 29, 2024 By Stephens Scown
Solicitor assisted mediation in disputes regarding children
What is mediation and the process involved? What is solicitor assisted mediation, the benefits and…
August 28, 2024 By Alexandra Pitts
What is a children’s guardian?
The Children’s Guardian is a qualified social worker, appointed as an expert by the court…
August 22, 2024 By Philippa Leaity