Increases in the number private family law cases in the courts has led to calls from family law professionals for the judiciary to more proactively point families in the direction of non-court dispute resolution (NCDR)
The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) have published an update to its AI action plan for justice focusing on strengthening their foundations ,embedding AI across the justice system and investing in people and partners. The updated
A major research project examining the challenges, ambitions and priorities of Welsh law firms will give the sector its first opportunity to see the findings when the Welsh Legal Sector Transformation Report 2026 is unveiled
Family Court decisions published in the week commencing 13 September. If you’d like to share commentary on any of the cases shared here, email press@todaysfamilylawyer.co.uk. E (A Child) (Special Guardianship Order: Public Law Proceedings)
The Law Society has awarded 16 scholarships as part of its Diversity Access Scheme (DAS). Open to aspiring solicitors seeking to complete the legal practice course (LPE) or the solicitors qualifying exam (SQE), the scheme
The Courts and Tribunals Judiciary has made amendments to the Disclosure of Information between Family and Criminal Agencies and Jurisdictions: 2024 Protocol A review of the 2024 protocol concluded that it was sound, following some
His Majesty The King has approved the appointment of Lord Briggs of Westbourne as the next president of the Supreme Court. The King made the appointment on the advice of the Prime Minister and Lord
HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) has appointed Megan Lee-Devlin as its new chief executive officer, responsible for the administration of criminal, civil and family courts in England and Wales. As director general for justice
A former Law Society president has called for greater attention to the pressures affecting solicitors from different backgrounds, as it was revealed a disproportionate number of Black solicitors are seeking support from The Solicitors Charity.
The Ministry of Justice is inviting nominations for the award of King’s Counsel Honoris Causa. The nomination window is open now and will close on 18th September. To be eligible for the award, the individual
Following the flurry of high-profile cabinet appointments made by Andy Burnham, Sarah Sackman’s re-appointment as minister received more muted attention. The MP for Finchley and Golders Green remains in post as a minister of state
Unmarried couples are uncertain about their legal rights if they separate, according to research commissioned by law firm Ellisons. Almost a quarter of those questioned (23%) admitted they were unsure where unmarried couples stand legally