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Settling divorce in court vs out of court: the pros and cons

Divorce is rarely easy, but how it is settled can make a significant difference to the process and the outcome. In the UK, separating couples…

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What happens at a family court hearing?

This article sets out the different types of hearing that you may attend in family proceedings, including the first hearing, dispute resolution appointment, fact finding…

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What are the different legal routes to resolving a family dispute?

When you are going through relationship breakdown, getting the right lawyer to support your unique set of circumstances who understands your goals is crucial. Disputes…

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How to give evidence in the family court: A comprehensive guide for witnesses and parties

Family court proceedings often involve deeply personal, emotional, and sensitive matters, such as divorce, financial remedies, child arrangements, domestic abuse, and care proceedings. A critical…

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What are the differences between a family law solicitor and a barrister?

Barristers and solicitors are both lawyers, but they specialise in different areas of legal practice. If you contact a law firm seeking advice, you will…

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Does AI have a place in the family courts?

If any one field can be described as right out there on the cutting edge of modern information technology, it is artificial intelligence or AI.…

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Making sure justice is seen to be done in family law

At first glance, family affairs might seem lower stakes than ensuring that criminals receive their just deserts or that multi-million-pound property deals are completed as…

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New rules mean more emphasis on family court mediation

Recently introduced regulations will mean an increased emphasis on mediation for family court litigants. The Family Procedure Rules define, as the name suggests, the procedures…

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Senior judge considers the role of AI in law courts

The second most senior judge in England and Wales pondered the potential and pitfalls of AI in a recent speech at the Manchester Law Society.…

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Transparency project extended to 16 new courts

A pilot scheme which enables direct reporting on family cases has been extended to 16 more courts. The Transparency Implementation Group Reporting Pilot or TIG…

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Choosing a lawyer for a Hague Convention child case

What is child abduction? The phrase ‘child abduction’ is conjures up disturbing images of menacing strangers but in reality, such crimes are rare. Children are…

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Senior judges thank the family courts

Acting on behalf of Family Division President Sir Andrew McFarlane, two senior judges have published a thank you to professionals working within the family justice…

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