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Family courts 'not safe space' for domestic abuse survivors

In a recent article, the BBC reported that family courts are 'not safe spaces for domestic abuse survivor's. Chrystal Theofanous, Head of Domestic Abuse shares her thoughts." Whilst I am pleased that this case has hit the headlines to bring awareness of what is happening within the courts up and down the county, I am disappointed to say this is not an isolated case...

Employment Law: What’s to come in 2020?

What’s to come in 2020? Stephen Britton, Head of Employment Law outlines some of the Employment Law changes expected in 2020 in his blog.

Family Mediation: Conversations worth having

Helen Derry
20 Jan 2020
Law Blog

When relationships break down, families face a lot of challenges. Among these are practical considerations such as “What arrangements will be best for any children?” and “What will happen with finances?” Professional family mediators act as neutral third parties to help ex-partners have conversations about these issues.

Child Maintenance Service - What you need to know

Both parents have a responsibility to meet the costs of raising their child and this does not end when the relationship ends. Even if a parent is not spending time with their child, they have a legal obligation to provide financial assistance in the form of child maintenance.

Can you be convicted of an offence without your knowledge?

Can you be convicted of an offence without your knowledge? Sadly, the answer is yes and this article explains why it is becoming more common.

The end of "no fault" evictions - Part 2 by Robert Pearson

In a previous article, Is this the end of no-fault eviction notices?, I considered the possible impact of the Government's proposed abolition of so-called "no fault" evictions under Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988.In July 2017 , the Government has published further details of its proposals in a consultation boldly headed "A New Deal for Renting".