Giving Back Campaign
ALPHABIOLABS IS GIVING BACK AGAIN…WIN £500 FOR YOUR CHOSEN CHARITY Over the last few years, leading UK DNA, drug & alcohol testing provider AlphaBiolabs has donated to a number of charities working with some of the UK’s most vulnerable children and families. Through their highly regarded Giving Back campaigns, they have helped to change many […]
SRA issues more fixed penalties
The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has published more fixed penalties issued as part of its new financial penalty regime. £750 fines have been issued to five firms for not complying with the SRA’s transparency rules. This follows three firms being issued with fines for such breaches in November 2023. The first fixed penalty for a […]
Brand new guide to help public easily access court hearings
A brand new guide has been published by the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) and HM Courts and Tribunals Services (HMCTS) to help the public easily access court hearings. This guide are being encouraged to see how justice is done in courtrooms with the publication of a new and simple ‘how to’ guide for attending court […]
The Common Objections and Barriers to ADR and How Family Lawyers can Overcome Them
As family lawyers we all understand the benefits of using Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) to help our clients reach solutions, but unfortunately ADR methods can often be misunderstood, meaning we often face barriers when talking to clients about ADR. Some of the more common objections include cost concerns, lack of understanding and a general worry […]
Mishcon Private appoint new Head of Family
Kate Clark has been appointed as new Head of Family in Mishcon Private (Mishcon de Reya) effective from the start of 2024. Kate Clark joined Mishcon in 2014 and became a Partner in 2021. Kate will be supported in role by Claire Yorke, who has become Finance partner for the team. Kate and Claire are […]
