Today’s Family Lawyer talk to Nigel Shepherd, twice former chair of Resolution, consultant and financial arbitrator at national law firm Mills & Reeve and now an adviser in the family law litigation funding sector where

Today’s Family Lawyer is delighted to welcome on board 3 new businesses who have chosen to partner with the publication and showcase their products and services to the readership. Bath Publishing, the most recent organisation

The gov.uk website has released guidance to family law practitioners about how to deal with family disputes involving the EU following the end of the UK’s transition period out of the European Union. The guidance

The England and Wales Court of Appeal (EWCA), has overturned a financial remedy arbitration award, as a result of the ex-husband protesting it was unfair. In October 2019, Russell and Kelly Haley went to arbitration.

There have been lots of positive things happening across the sector this week, so we wanted to share these good vibes with you as part of our ‘Feel Good Friday’ news items. Here is a

Chancellor Rishi Sunak has extended the furlough scheme until March 2021. This news comes on the back of England beginning it’s four week lockdown today (Thursday 5 November). The BBC website said: “The move follows

The government has issued guidance on how to use online divorce services on MyHMCTS. These guides described the steps you need to use online services for divorce on MyHMCTS: Submitting a case Requesting a personal

Courts and tribunals will remain open and continue to run throughout the planned four week national lockdown, HMCTS has confirmed. Officials will continue to follow and implement public health advice to reduce risk, and keep

Research has revealed that many parents are appearing remotely in family courts, alone and sometimes without the technology required to enable them to take part in proceedings. This is problematic as the proceedings often result

As the coronavirus pandemic takes centre stage, the Brexit transition is still rumbling on behind the scenes. But with the deadline nearing, it is worth taking into account what the changes can mean to businesses

North West law firm, SAS Daniels LLP, warn that court delays could be affecting child welfare in the North West, and are calling for changes to be made to court proceedings to reduce the negative

The Legal Services Board (LSB) has approved the Solicitors Regulation Authority’s (SRA) application to make significant changes to how people qualify as solicitors in England and Wales. The changes include the introduction of a new

Ofsted are seeking the views from those in the sector on proposals for “a more effective and proportionate approach to inspecting Cafcass”. If the proposals set out by Ofsted are implemented, it would mean Cafcass

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has today, 31 October addressed the nation and revealed that England would enter tighter lockdown restrictions as the coronavirus second wave continues to grow. England is following in the footsteps of

It’s safe to say 2020 has been a year like no other, and no amount of new year’s resolutions could have prepared us for what was to come. It’s safe to say that the legal

During Resolutions ‘Future of Family Practice‘ online conference, it was brought to light that those in family law are embracing mixed teams to ensure they can provide a wide range of services to clients, which

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has revealed that they have extended the renewal window for the Practising Certifiate until 20 November 2020. A statement on the SRA website revealed: “We have decided to extend the

Bookings are now being taken for Resolution’s virtual Family Law Live Summit which is taking place on 23 November 2020. Highlights include: the latest family law updates across six core areas: Legal Aid, Tax &

Planning for succession can be a problematic time for partners who have reached the time in their careers where they want to retire and take a more relaxed approach to life. Succession is often a

Following on from World Mental Health day, Resolution have launched a well-being programme in a bid to understand the stresses and strains of family practitioners. Professionals are encouraged to share their views in the organisations

As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the closure of new claims to the Solicitors’ Indemnity Fund (SIF) has been postponed until 30 September 2021. Although, the postponement gives solicitors another 12 months breathing space.

The Rt. Hon. Sir Andrew McFarlane, President of the Family Division and Head of Family Justice has issued guidance relating to the replacement of affidavits with statements of truth in non-contentious probate processes. President’s guidance

Child Arrangements Order, Prohibited Steps and Specific Issue Order applications The online C100 application can now be used by all applicants and their legal representatives. Wherever possible please use the online child arrangements service on

The coronavirus understandably changed life as we know it, putting many things on hold. Whilst many people were able to work from home during the pandemic, helping their firm run ‘business as usual’, the strategic

Cafcass (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service) has published it’s terms of reference for it’s Learning and Improvement Board. The newly formed board has the aim of overseeing the improvement programme for the

Against the backdrop of Legal Geek’s annual virtual conference, the Law Society of England and Wales this week launched its LawTech, Ethics and the Rule of Law discussion paper, which seeks views on the ethical

The news is full of speculation of lockdown, whether national or local and family lawyers are starting to feel isolated. They also feel less connected to peers and colleagues within the legal community a poll

Boris Johnson has addressed both Parliament and the nation today as he’s outlined his latest measures in a bid to simplify and standardize the rules regarding the Coronavirus restrictions implemented in England. The cases of

31 December 2020, New Year’s Eve, will mark the end of EU Family Law, as the UK ends its transition from the European Union. Traditionally, you’d think the change in law would come into effect

Top 100 UK law firm Moore Barlow has launched “The Surrey Initiative” seeking a reform to the Family Procedure Rules (FPR) that will substantially encourage awareness and adoption of out-of-court dispute resolution options in both

The International Family Law Group LLP is delighted to announce that James Netto has joined as a partner. James is a specialist solicitor in domestic and international children law matters; he is highly regarded as

Family Court data released by the Ministry of Justice has revealed that divorce rates have dipped as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and subsequent lockdown restrictions. Between April and June 2020, 56,867 new cases

The latest statistics released by the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) has revealed the detrimental impact the coronavirus pandemic had on all areas of the family law sector. The data showed that between April and June

The threat of a No Deal Brexit is now being used to reduce the value of some larger divorce settlements, says Boodle Hatfield, the leading private wealth law firm. In a recent high net worth

The Professional Paralegal Register is delighted to announce that the PPR Outstanding Achievement Award was given to Sir Robin Knowles, CBE at the National Paralegal Awards virtual ceremony on Friday 18 September. The award was

Top 100 law firm Birketts have bolstered the largest Family Law team in East Anglia by appointing award-winning Senior Associate, Rachel Frost-Smith. Most recently recognised as Lawyer of the Year 2020 at the Cambridgeshire Law