QualitySolicitors announces change of hands
National legal network QualitySolicitors (Quality Solicitors Organisation Limited) has announced a management buy-out (MBO) from previous owners Metamorph Group Limited. Victoria Browning and Paul Rawson head up the new management structure and suggest they have “already embarked on a companywide review of its activities” to strengthen the service it delivers to over 40 legal firm […]
Free Clio webinar: How to grow a law firm with outsourcing
Is your firm looking to scale while keeping salary overheads to a minimum? If so, an ideal solution may be outsourcing. Outsourced specialists can be of big benefit to growing law firms that are trying to increase revenue while controlling costs. Examples of services you might outsource include legal cashiering, partnering with a virtual legal […]
Domestic abuse: Prosecutions fall despite rise in recorded crimes
New data released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) has revealed that, in spite of domestic abuse-related recorded crimes rising, the number of resulting prosecutions fell. This fall in prosecutions continues the decreasing trend which has been seen since 2017. Specifically, the number of domestic abuse-related CPS prosecutions in England and Wales has decreased […]
Posthumous conception judgment a reminder that clear consent is paramount
A recent case heard in the Court of Protection has offered a stark reminder that clear consent for one’s gametes to be retrieved is paramount – a simple desire to be a parent will not suffice. In W V v X and King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust [2022] EWCOP 48, an incapacitated young man […]
Investigation finds “systematic deficiencies” into police responses to domestic abuse allegations against officers
Investigation follows after a super-complaint was made by the CWJ An investigation into the way the police handle domestic abuse allegations against its own staff has revealed “systematic deficiencies” in its processes. The investigation was conducted by the College of Policing, Her Majesty’s Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Service (HMICFRS), and the Independent […]
Woman with Down’s Syndrome loses abortion law appeal
A woman with Down’s Syndrome has lost her appeal after seeking to overturn legislation which allows abortions for fetuses who have the condition. Heidi Crowter, 27, appealed a judgment on the grounds that abortion is allowed up until birth for a fetus who is shown to have Down’s Syndrome. However, this appeal was rejected after […]
New scheme set to end “campaign of domestic abuse” from behind bars
A new scheme announced by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) will see police forces, prison governors, and victims’ services work “hand-in-glove” to automatically block offenders from calling or sending threatening letters to their victims. The Unwanted Prisoner Contact Service will act immediately on any intelligence to contact jails and block offenders from sending further communications. […]
Women’s aid seeks raised awareness of domestic abuse services during World Cup
Organisation states event causes cases to increase due to increased alcohol consumption and high levels of emotion As part of Women’s Aid’s Come Together to End Domestic Abuse campaign, the charity is asking everyone to play their part in ending domestic abuse during World Cup, and to raise awareness of support services. The charity states […]
What is the “Good Divorce”?
With Resolution’s “Good Divorce Week” in full swing this episode of the Today’s Family Lawyer podcast sees host David Opie speak with Annabel Andreou, a family divorce lawyer at Debenhams Ottaway about the ins and outs of a “Good Divorce.” Annabel discusses her thoughts on what a “Good Divorce” might look and feel like from […]
Top tips to recession-proof your divorce advice
An economic downturn undoubtedly adds challenges and stress to every situation and will have an impact on families and their relationships. As family lawyers, our role is to collaborate and support divorcing couples through these difficult times but it doesn’t come without complications. Valuing couples assets during recession A volatile market and things changing so […]
Uncapping bankers’ bonuses: Implications for divorce settlements
Couples going through or contemplating divorce, should consider how uncapping bankers’ bonuses in the UK will affect financial settlements. The author of this article spells out the issues in play. One of the changes made by the short-lived UK government of Liz Truss and her finance minister, aka Chancellor, Kwasi Kwarteng, was removing the salary […]
