Post pandemic separations cause surge in pet-disputes
Solicitors are calling for more “pet-nup” clauses following surge in post-pandemic pet disputes. An estimated 3.2 million UK households have acquired a pet since the start of the pandemic, according to the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association, and with numbers of separations and divorces on the rise due to the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns, it comes […]
Reform of UK fertility laws – ripe for change
On 6th September, the Government announced an overhaul of the UK’s fertility laws, with plans to extend the storage limit for gametes (sperm and eggs) and embryos from 10 to 55 years for everyone. This article looks at how the law has developed since the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Act (HFEA) 1990 came into force […]
2021 Resolution Awards shortlist revealed
Resolution has announced the shortlist for the inaugural Resolution Awards which will celebrate the achievements of professionals who have supported families and children during a global pandemic. This year sees three new award categories join the established and prestigious John Cornwell Award to recognise the diverse and outstanding talent within the family justice community. The […]
