Consultation responses make ‘compelling’ case for cohabitation reform
Family lawyers have shared more responses to the government’s A Fairer End to Relationships consultation, which closed last week. Jo Edwards, head of family at Forsters and chair of the Resolution Family Law Reform Committee, believes the law should “better reflect the way millions of people live their lives today”. She said: “The case for cohabitation reform is […]
Cohabitation reform podcast – the big questions answered
The government’s long-awaited consultation on cohabitation reform has received a mixed reaction from professionals. To make sense of the proposals the Today’s Family Lawyer Podcast welcomes partner and head of family at William Sturges, Graeme Fraser. Fraser is renowned for his campaigning and expertise in cohabitation reform and, alongside his many media appearances, is also […]
Knights adds THP Solicitors to Thames Valley presence
Knights has acquired Thames Valley-based THP Solicitors in a move the firm said will enhance its capability “in one of the UK’s most economically significant growth regions”. The acquisition is the second in the area, coming after Knights acquired IBB Law in 2025. In an announcement on the London Stock Exchange, Knights said it would […]
Tech round-up: the latest innovations for firms and family teams
With legal technology developing at pace, Today’s Family Lawyer brings all the latest innovation together in a new regular round up of news, updates and upgrades for family law teams. A new legal practice management platform built for small and mid-sized firms has been launched by a Newcastle solicitor. Adjurn was created by Turkish lawyer Can Canko, who became an […]