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Family Mediation Week 17-21 January 2022

The Family Mediation Week organised by the Family Mediation Council (FMC) will run from 17 -21 January. The aim of...

Context Is Everything

In a case last year the Court of Appeal needed to decide whether the statement “I confirm that this Will...

School applications – What happens if the parents disagree on schools?

Applications for primary school places need to be made by this Saturday, the 15th January, to confirm your child’s place...

What is Education Law?

Parents, pupils and students have rights when it comes to their education, which is something many people don’t know or...

Multi-party Mediations – The Art of Plate Spinning

I have sometimes been asked why in relation to a dispute with experienced solicitors and counsel on both sides, the...

Building Safety Bill – A Review by the Industry

The Building Safety Bill is expected to receive Royal Assent between April-July 2022. The purpose of the Bill is to...

Divorce Day – myth or reality

The first working Monday of the New Year is often referred to as “divorce day”. A day when family lawyers...

How to Choose a Family Solicitor

Going through a relationship or family breakdown can be one of the most difficult things to deal with. There are...

Pension Inequality After Divorce

Around 100,000 couples divorce annually in England and Wales and the financial arrangements they make can determine the future standard...

Christmas 2021 – Child Arrangements

For most, Christmas is a wonderful time of the year but for some it is particularly stressful in the wake...

All These ‘ations – What’s the difference?

If you find yourself involved in a dispute there are now various ways to try and find a resolution.  The...