Legal Hero solicitors praised for community dedication
Solicitors who have continuously worked to make a long-lasting difference to the lives of others were celebrated today at the Law Society of England and Wales’ Legal Heroes 2024. Winners and nominees attended the ceremony with friends and family to celebrate their achievements and efforts for pushing positive change. The Legal Heroes 2024 winners are: […]
Are women taking the lead on divorce?
The ONS reported that there were 80,058 divorces granted in England and Wales in 2022. The rates were 6.6 for women per 1,000 of the same-sex married population. The latest statistics are yet to be reported, but I would take a guess at the percentage rate increasing. Albeit due to the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation […]
The Intermediary Cooperative highlights communication support failings in Family Court hearings
Vulnerable people are not receiving the communication support they require in Family Court hearings, according to The Intermediary Cooperative. The not-for-profit organisation says that many service users feel let down by the justice system. Lucy Swindlehurst has recently become a member of The Intermediary Cooperative following an extensive career working in education. Ms Swindlehurst is […]