Vocational experts play an increasingly important role in UK law by assessing employability, earning capacity, workplace adjustments, and the real-world impact of injury, illness, neurodivergence, and complex health conditions.
Child Arrangements Orders are legally binding, but enforcement is rarely straightforward. This article examines breaches, enforcement powers, judicial discretion, and why the child’s welfare remains central to the Family Court’s approach.
Vocational evidence is increasingly shaping outcomes in family law and employment tribunals. This article explores how expert analysis of earning capacity, work capability, and retraining can influence decisions, reduce uncertainty, and support fair outcomes.
Child maintenance in the UK can be far more complex than it appears. Even well-intentioned parents may face arrears, surcharges or enforcement if payments fall outside CMS rules. Understanding how the system works is essential to avoid costly mistakes.
When can step-parents obtain parental responsibility in the UK? This article explains the legal framework, key case law, and options available, including child arrangements orders and applications under the Children Act 1989.
The rise of AI in family courts is reshaping how litigants in person prepare cases. While tools like ChatGPT improve access to justice, courts warn that inaccurate AI-generated content risks misleading proceedings and impacting children’s welfare.
Grey divorce is rising despite falling overall divorce rates in the UK, with more over-50s choosing separation due to longer life expectancy, changing attitudes, financial independence and evolving personal priorities.
Considering a move to chambers? This guide explores how modern, collaborative chambers models offer greater flexibility, transparent fees, stronger support, and improved wellbeing for family law barristers across Manchester, Liverpool, and the North West.
In divorce, incentive plans like bonuses, LTIPs and carried interest pose complex questions. The Family Court assesses fairness, disclosure and timing to decide what is matrimonial, how to value speculative awards, and whether to offset, share or defer future payouts.
Recent High Court rulings on “conduct” in divorce financial remedies have created uncertainty in applying section 25(2)(g) of the Matrimonial Causes Act, increasing cost and unpredictability for divorcing parties and underscoring the urgent need for clear statutory reform.
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.
Solicitors in Liverpool and Manchester are increasingly cross-qualifying to the Bar to gain greater autonomy, specialise in family law, and access complex, high-profile cases. With mentorship and support from Unit Chambers, the transition offers long-term career growth.
Court proceedings can be overwhelming for neurodivergent individuals, particularly those with autism or ADHD. Simple adjustments, such as allowing fidget tools, can reduce anxiety, improve focus and support effective participation, helping ensure fairness and accessibility in the justice process.
Hidden assets can undermine fairness in divorce proceedings, making full and frank financial disclosure essential. Identifying irregularities, using forensic and industry experts, and seeking specialist legal advice ensures transparency and protects your financial interests.
The Pathfinder Pilot reforms private law children cases by prioritising early risk assessment, safety, and multi-agency support. It replaces the standard process to reduce delays, make proceedings less adversarial, and deliver quicker, more sustainable outcomes for families.
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