Featured Lawyer of the Month 4th June 2018 Each month we are featuring one of our solicitors or chartered executives. We feel strongly that our clients should be […] Categories: Children, Domestic Abuse
What is the purpose of the Section 20 Children Act 1989? 21st March 2018 In this article solicitor Carrie Laws explains the purpose of the Section 20 Children Act 1989 and the obligations of […] Categories: Children, Children Law and Social Services Intervention
Arbitration – the future? 5th March 2018 Children Law has undergone many developments since the 1989 Children Act came into force. However, one of the most significant […] Categories: Alternatives to Court, Children
At what age will the courts listen to a child in the UK? 4th October 2017 Many parents facing court proceedings are worried that their children will feel ignored by the process. Will their opinions be […] Categories: Children
Returning to school 8th September 2017 This week has seen many children returning to or starting school. Even our future King started school today, although sadly […] Categories: Children
Parental responsibility when you’re in the Armed Forces 22nd June 2017 When you’re in the Armed Forces you are likely to have unpredictable work hours and patterns, and that you are […] Categories: Children
Term time holidays decision upheld by Supreme Court 11th April 2017 The Supreme Court has delivered a firm line with parents on term time holidays. Last week, John Platt lost his […] Categories: Children
Choosing your child’s school 29th March 2017 It’s that time of year again. Many parents and carers will have applied for their child to go to a […] Categories: Children, Mediation & Collaboration
Speaking out against Female Genital Mutilation 7th February 2017 This week marks the start of the Red Triangle initiative which aims to encourage people to give police information to […] Categories: Children, Legal Aid, Support & Resources
Advice to help you see your children at Christmas 2nd December 2016 “I want to see my children at Christmas” Christmas is coming. For many parents this is a happy occasion spent […] Categories: Children, Family Disputes Involving Children