Parents often hear the phrase ‘best interests of the children’ but it can be difficult to understand exactly what those best interests are. The Welfare Checklist provides guidance to professionals, including the court, as to how…
In 2022, the number of people married or in a civil partnership in the UK dropped below 50% for the first time since records started, and it is expected this decline will continue.According to a recent…
In December 2023, a family court judge was attacked by a man (news story here) representing himself in family proceedings. The incident was shocking and whilst rare, it has prompted His Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service…
After separating, many parents will naturally assess their living circumstances and may wish to move elsewhere. Relocating within the local area rarely causes issues but if you are considering a move outside of the county, or…
Often, parents find the idea of instigating family proceedings daunting due to the unknown surrounding what they will be facing. You may have seen television crime dramas depicting dreary courtrooms and domineering judges, but there are…