Family
Children Contact Disputes
Family disputes where children are involved need to be handled differently from...
Domestic Abuse Allegations
Section 46 of the Adoption and Children Act 2002, provides that a Family Court...
Family Financial Proceedings
Navigating through a stressful divorce is difficult and, if the divorce is not handled...
Immigration
Sponsored Working
The UK has had rules for sponsored working in place since 2008. The main sponsorship...
ILR & British Citizenship
There are several different routes to obtaining Indefinite Leave to Remain (“ILR”) or British...
Human Rights & Family
Human rights and family immigration are governed by Article 8 of the European...
Tribunal & Court
The Home Office’s stated policy objective is to reduce migration. Unfortunately, this objective...
EEA Nationals
The UK leaving the European Union (“Brexit”) has understandably made many EEA...
Business
The UK is seen as an ideal place to do business. This is because the UK has...
Employment
Unfair Dismissal
Unfair Dismissal is where an employee is dismissed and the reason for the dismissal is...
Redundancy
The number of Redundancy related disputes appears to have increased significantly in...
Discrimination
The Equality Act 2010 provides, in effect, that it is unlawful for an employer to engage in...
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How To Split Assets In A Divorce
Divorce is a difficult time for all parties involved, with the division of assets being one of
Defending Against False Allegations Of Domestic Abuse
Domestic abuse allegations are an incredibly serious issue in the family courts. They must be handled with
What Are The Visitation Rights Of Fathers?
The term “visitation rights” is popular because it is used in television and movies, however, the term
What Is A Direct Access Barrister?
A direct access barrister offers services directly to clients and members of the public without the need
How Do You Deal With CAFCASS In The Family Court
When navigating through the complexities of the Family Court in cases involving child custody or welfare, you
What Are The Benefits Of A Prenuptial Agreement?
What is a prenuptial agreement? A prenuptial agreement is a written agreement that is created between two
What Is Parental Alienation?
Parental alienation can be challenging to define as it relates to a subtle set of behaviours perpetrated
What Happens If Your Partner Won’t Sign Divorce Papers?
Is your spouse ignoring your efforts to serve them with divorce papers? The process of completing a
What Is A Freezing Order Used For In Divorce Proceedings?
During a divorce, a common occurrence is that one partner will attempt to dispose of or sell
What Is A Child Arrangements Order?
A Child Arrangements Order specifies a child’s place of main residence, the amount of time they spend
What Is The Difference Between a Barrister and a Solicitor?
Barristers and solicitors both practice law in the UK, providing legal representation for their clients. Traditionally, the
Can I Sell My Business Before a Divorce?
The divorce process can leave you feeling like you are in limbo, as you wait to see
What Is An Expert Witness In Court?
During a hearing, the court will often deal with complex subjects which require specialist knowledge to understand.
Non-matrimonial assets: what are they and when do they matter?
In Family Court financial remedy proceedings, non-matrimonial assets are distinct from matrimonial assets.
What does the family court take into account when making a Financial Order?
A financial order sets out how parties to a divorce shall manage and split their finances and assets after the divorce takes effect.
Occupation orders: an overview
Part IV of the Family Law Act 1996 enables a court to make an occupation order, broadly, where a person is suffering or is likely to suffer harm or domestic violence.
Whistleblowing claims: an overview
Whistleblowing is the common term for what, in technical legal terms, employment lawyers would define as a worker being subjected to a “detriment” because they have made a “protected disclosure.” Under section 43A of the Employment Rights Act 1996, such claims broadly comprise four elements:
Race discrimination: what is it?
The Equality Act 2010 (“the EA 2010”) protects employees against discrimination, harassment, and victimisation based on a “protected characteristic”. One protected characteristic is race. This short article provides an overview of the key concepts in race discrimination claims.
Financial relief in England and Wales after an overseas divorce
Where two people have separated and obtained a divorce in an overseas country, they cannot apply immediately for a financial remedy in England and Wales. Instead, they must first seek the leave of the Court under Part III of the Matrimonial and Family Proceedings Act 1984 (“the 1984 Act”). Such applications entail a two-part procedure, as set out below.
Family Court financial remedy cases: First Hearings, FDRs & Final Hearings
Where a person’s marriage or civil partnership has broken down, they may apply to the Family Court for a Financial Remedy. Once…
What happens in a Family Court fact-finding hearing?
A fact-finding hearing is a tool which the Family Court uses to make findings in relation to any disputed allegation of domestic abuse…
Can you appeal against a decision of the Family Court?
Family lawyers are often asked: “can you appeal against a decision of the Family Court?” The short answer is: “Yes, you can”.