How can I help my lawyer help me? 23rd May 2019 As a busy lawyer (and who of us is not busy?) I try to remind myself of a number of […] Categories: Uncategorized
My child was removed under an Emergency Protection Order (EPO) – what should I do? 22nd May 2019 If the Local Authority has applied for an EPO and this has been granted by the Court without your […] Categories: Children
Inquiry into abusive parents’ access to children 15th May 2019 Today’s news highlights the call for inquiry into access to children for abusive parents. The focus on the protection of […] Categories: Domestic Abuse, News
My wife and I are separated. She lives in Scotland and I live in England. Does it matter where we get divorced? 15th May 2019 Yes, it does. Scotland and England are separate “jurisdictions” with their own sets of rules with regard to the divorce […] Categories: Divorce & Finance
Can my marriage be annulled? 10th May 2019 Actor Nicholas Cage recently filed for an annulment of his marriage – after just four days. In England and Wales, […] Categories: Divorce & Finance
Featured Lawyer of the Month 9th May 2019 Each month we are featuring one of our solicitors or chartered executives. We feel strongly that our clients should be […] Categories: Uncategorized
Potential issues for an unmarried joint owner of property on separation 2nd May 2019 My partner and I have agreed our shares in the home. I want to sell, but my partner doesn’t. What […] Categories: Unmarried Finance
What is the difference between a non-molestation order (injunction) and a restraining order? 1st May 2019 This is a question I often get asked. Non-molestation orders, also known as injunctions, are made by the family courts […] Categories: Children, Domestic Abuse
Who can have contact with a child in foster care? 24th April 2019 Under section 34(1) Children Act 1989 the local authority (social services) must allow the child in foster care reasonable contact […] Categories: Children Law and Social Services Intervention
Four New Directors for The Family Law Company 15th April 2019 We are delighted to announce the appointment of four new Directors to the Board, strengthening the team and securing our […] Categories: News