WJM Welcomes Amanda Masson as Head of Family Law
Wright, Johnston & Mackenzie LLP (WJM) has appointed Amanda Masson as Head of Family Law. Amanda, who joins as a Partner from Harper Macleod, brings 25…
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Cartwright King Solicitors Expands Childcare Team with Multiple Vacancies Nationwide
Cartwright King Solicitors, a prominent national law firm with 17 offices across England, is expanding its childcare team with numerous vacancies at all levels. As part…
Getting Married This Year? A Top Family Lawyer Explains Why a Prenup Could Be Essential
Couples preparing for their wedding this year are being encouraged by a leading family lawyer to consider a prenuptial agreement to help protect their financial future.…
Family Court Rules Updated: NCDR Now Required Before Court Applications
Family court rules in England and Wales now require parties to consider non-court dispute resolution (NCDR) before filing a court application. The court can impose cost…
Family Law Reform Expands Journalist Access to Family Court Hearings for the First Time
For the first time, journalists in England and Wales will have the right to request a transparency order to report on Family Court hearings, following the…
How Marriage Laws Differ Between Canada and the UK
Marriage is a legally recognised union between two individuals that grants certain rights and responsibilities to spouses. While the fundamental concept of marriage remains consistent across…
Enforcing UK Divorce Judgments in Canada: What You Need to Know
Legal Framework for Enforcing UK Divorce Judgments in Canada When dealing with cross-border divorces, understanding the legal framework for enforcing UK divorce judgments in Canada is…
Gardner Leader Expands Family Law Team with Senior Associate Appointment
Gardner Leader, a leading regional law firm, has strengthened its Family Law team with the appointment of Rosie Deller as Senior Associate, supporting its ongoing growth…
Straighten the UK Spouse Visa Requirements: how this might impact UK immigration in 2025
2024 was a chaotic year for British politics. For the year's first half, the Conservative Government wrestled to maintain control. Then, for the second half of…
Beverley Morris Appointed Head of Family Law at HCR’s London Office
HCR Law’s Family Law team, one of the largest and most experienced in the UK, has welcomed renowned family lawyer Beverley Morris as a Partner and…
Divorce Rates Surge After Christmas, with January Seeing a 25% Spike
New data from WSP Solicitors highlights a significant rise in divorce enquiries during January, with numbers increasing by up to 25% compared to other times of…
Supporting Your Children Through the Challenges of Divorce
Divorce is a painful experience for all, particularly children of divorced parents. As a parent, it is your responsibility to ensure your children feel supported as…
Legal Expert Examines Proposed Family Reunion Bill to Reunite Refugee Families in the UK
A leading lawyer has analyzed the newly proposed Family Reunion Bill, designed to bring refugee families back together in the UK. The legal expert highlights that…
Navigating Family Law in Australia: Expert Guidance from Go To Court
Family law in Australia deals with a range of legal issues arising out of family matters, such as separation, divorce, child custody, and property disputes. This…
Lund Bennett Law Announces Promotions: Celebrating Excellence and Dedication in Family Law
Lund Bennett Law, a leading family law firm with offices in Cheshire and Manchester City Centre, is pleased to announce the promotion of two outstanding members…
What Are the Legal Options After a Loved One Suffers a Fall in a Nursing Home?
When a loved one suffers a fall in a nursing home, it can be a distressing experience filled with concern and uncertainty. Falling down can really…
The Role of Social Services in Family Law Cases
When navigating family law matters, social services play a crucial role in ensuring the safety and welfare of all family members involved. Social workers act as…
Handling Divorce in the UK: Essential Insights
Divorce is a significant life event, and understanding its process in the UK is crucial for anyone facing this challenging journey. The path to legally ending…
The Different Routes to Divorce
Getting a divorce isn’t an easy decision but the divorce rate in the UK is estimated at 42 per cent, with the average length of marriage…
Divorce reform: An Outline of the Review Dealing with the Financial Aspects of Divorce
The Law Commission has launched a review of the principles for financial provision following a divorce under the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973. This comes one year…
5 Years Separation Divorce Rule Explained
Although it’s no longer possible to use the 5-year separation rule to file for a divorce, it was once a common ground used by divorce applicants…
Former Trainee Joins Oswestry Family Team
A Shropshire law firm has congratulated a former trainee who has qualified as a solicitor and joined the family law department. Rachel Tomley started her career…
The Increase of the Pet Prenup: Lawyers Seeing Divorcees Turn To ‘Pet-Napping’
"62% of households in the UK are now pet owners, so it is no surprise that one of the most common questions relating to divorce is:…
What are Your Legal Rights in a Divorce?
Britain is projected to endure a surge in the rate of divorce this year, as a result of an economic downturn, and a backlog of couples…
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