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Stay up to date with everything going on in Major Family Law and in the family law sector. Our team provide some of the latest insights on everything based around divorce, children and family law matters.

Separated parents on low incomes ‘need more help’

Separated parents on low incomes who rely on government benefits to survive need more help, the Social Security Advisory Committee has claimed. In a new…

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New faces, old faces

This year Major Family Law had a milestone birthday: it’s been a full ten years since we first opened our doors. We decided to celebrate…

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Supreme Court overturns ruling for child to return to Israel

The Court of Appeal did not properly consider the welfare of the two year old daughter of divorcing parents, the Supreme Court has ruled. In…

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Reflections on a decade

Early September was of historical and cathartic significance to me as founder of Major Family Law, as I expanded into my neighbouring premises at number 10 West…

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Cohabitation in the US has ‘tripled in 20 years’

The number of couples in the United States living together without being married has almost tripled in 21 years according to newly published figures from…

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Demand for civil partnerships continues to rise

Despite the availability of marriage for same sex couples, surprising numbers are continuing to enter civil partnerships, new figures reveal. Last year 956 couples entered…

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Decision: Boy born following an affair should be told

A boy born following an affair should be told that the man he believed to be his father is not in fact his biological parent…

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Man accused of divorcing his wife without her knowing

A Texan man accused of forging his wife’s signature on a divorce certificate attended court earlier this week. Accosted by reporters from local TV station…

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President of the Family Division defines ‘mother’ in court

The President of the Family Division has legally defined the role of mother for the first time, in a case concerning a transgender man. Guardian…

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Family court judges must explain delays

Family court judges must justify delays in reaching a final decision when the cases involve children, the Court of Appeal has ruled. In S-L (Children:…

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Texas man seeks review of spousal support

A 56 year-old man from Willis in south-eastern Texas is seeking to overturn a court order requiring him to pay his former wife $3,000 a…

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Holiday the smart way

See what our Associate, Sam Carter of Major Family Law, niche family law specialists, says in this month’s Luxe Magazine: Some of our most cherished…

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“Hugely impressed by Joanne Major’s drive, vision, and meticulous attention to detail”

I’ve always been hugely impressed by Joanne Major’s drive, vision, and meticulous attention to detail. I’m not surprised, therefore, that Joanne and her dedicated team of lawyers and support staff have rapidly gained recognition as one of the most forward-looking, innovative, client-focussed family practices in the country.

JR

Former Family Law Barrister

“A wealth of collaborative experience”

Joanne Major has a wealth of collaborative experience. Her delivery is strong and confident with a no nonsense approach that I came to trust. This is invaluable when clarity and action is required. Major Family Law were highly recommended to me and I would have no hesitation to pass that recommendation on.

Christine Nugent

Managing Director, Business Travel

“Family lawyer of high calibre and drive”

Having worked with Joanne Major at a large commercial firm some years ago, I am aware she is a family lawyer of high calibre and drive. During a short period of time she has put together an excellent team of intelligent, approachable lawyers who deliver first rate family law services to clients. We as a firm are happy to recommend them.

Paul McGowan

Principal Solicitor, Collingwood Legal

“Both knowledgeable and approachable family lawyers”

We are happy to endorse the services provided by Joanne Major and the team at Major Family Law, Ponteland. We have a number of mutual clients who speak very highly of them. They are both knowledgeable and approachable family lawyers who are clearly client focussed.

Andrew Morgan

Partner, Nicholson & Morgan

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