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Following separation, fathers can face uncertainty over parental responsibility, contact and child arrangements. Barrister Billal Malik explains the legal position of fathers, how the Family Court approaches child arrangements and the practical issues that can arise when parents are unable to agree.
Ashley Murray examines proposed reforms to divorce financial remedies, arguing for a simpler and more predictable approach to dividing matrimonial and non-matrimonial assets that could reduce costs, delays and uncertainty for divorcing couples.
The growing use of AI for legal guidance brings significant risks during divorce. From inaccurate information and privacy concerns to costly mistakes, this article explains why AI should not replace professional legal advice when finances, property and arrangements for children are at stake.
Net-Defence has launched The Signal, a free advice and resource hub designed to help businesses understand emerging risks and strengthen organisational resilience through practical guidance, insight, videos, events and resources.
Friday afternoon fraud puts conveyancing payments at risk. As property transactions become more digital, strong identity checks, secure communications and payment verification are increasingly important.
As AI makes legal work faster and more efficient, a new question is emerging: who actually benefits from the savings? Zaven examines AI billing, legal technology investment, regulation and how in-house teams can ensure that efficiency gains are reflected in the price they pay.
Outgoing Chair Shams Rahman reflects on a decade with The Solicitors’ Charity, highlighting rising demand for support, a shift toward holistic wellbeing, and confidence in the Charity’s future as leadership passes to I. Stephanie Boyce.
The EAT has confirmed that parties must reassess the prospects of claims and defences throughout litigation, with costs exposure arising where a case later becomes unsustainable. The decision provides important guidance for employment practitioners managing litigation risk.
Proposed reforms in England and Wales could remove jury trials for offences carrying sentences under three years, replacing them with judge-only hearings. Supporters cite efficiency and cost savings, while critics warn of weakened civil liberties, reduced public trust, and a profound shift in the future of justice.
AI is reshaping dictation and transcription as organisations move from on-premises systems to secure cloud platforms. By delivering faster turnaround, higher accuracy, and reduced infrastructure burden, cloud-based AI enables smarter, more efficient document workflows.
Discover six research-backed superfoods that help lawyers manage stress, boost mental clarity, and sustain energy during demanding billable hours – simple, practical nutrition strategies that support resilience without adding complexity to your routine.
A domestic violence prosecution collapsed after the complainant refused to continue giving evidence, prompting the Crown to rely on res gestae. Defence arguments on spontaneity, reliability, and fairness succeeded, leading to not guilty verdicts.
An overview of early prisoner release schemes in England and Wales, the strain on overcrowded prisons, and the growing number of mistaken releases, including the extraordinary case of a fraud prisoner freed and returning days later.
This Time to Talk Day, let’s make space for open conversations about anxiety in the legal sector. Talking openly can reduce stigma, help people feel less alone, and make it easier to get the support they need at work.
This article explores how tribunals and the EAT assess future loss in unfair dismissal cases, highlighting Polkey reductions, tribunal reasoning, and the need to properly evaluate evidence when setting compensatory awards.
Digital identity is moving from policy to practice. This article explores how government and private-sector digital IDs are shaping a new compliance landscape for law firms, and how firms can prepare for reusable identity credentials.
Senior lawyers aren’t leaving for better pay – they are leaving because firm culture makes seeking support risky. This article explores why optional wellbeing programs fail and how mandatory psychological check-ins can reduce burnout, improve retention, and drive elite performance.
The Property (Digital Assets etc) Act 2025 marks a turning point in UK law by recognising digital assets as property. This article explores what the Act says, why it matters, and how it could reshape ownership, commerce and legal protection in the digital age.
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Court of Appeal guidance on highway liability and evidential fairness in Karpasitis v Hertfordshire CC, analysing s41 and s58 Highways Act duties, GPS inspection evidence, and the treatment of “manifestly incredible” witness statements.
This article examines the revised PD 27A changes to Family Procedure Rules, highlighting how earlier bundle filing and stricter court requirements increase counsel’s professional duties, preparation time, and accountability in financial remedies proceedings.
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