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.
The Government plans to increase the sentencing starting point for murders committed by a current or former partner. We examine the proposed domestic homicide sentencing reforms and why the wider shift in the justice system’s approach to domestic abuse is relevant to family law practitioners.
A parent may qualify for Universal Credit yet still be refused legal aid because of paper equity in a jointly owned home. Gergely Fried examines how the civil legal aid means test can treat inaccessible property wealth as available capital and argues for long-overdue reform.
When a client’s future ability to work is in dispute, vocational evidence can make all the difference. This article explains why instructing vocational rehabilitation experts early can help solicitors assess earning capacity, rehabilitation needs and realistic return-to-work prospects across personal injury, clinical negligence, employment and family law cases.
Child removal is one of the most significant decisions made in family proceedings. This article explores the psychological impact on parents and considers how barristers and family practitioners can provide compassionate, trauma-informed support throughout the process.
The family law marketplace has changed dramatically as more litigants represent themselves and seek alternative forms of legal support. This article explores how new services are reshaping the client journey and what the profession should expect next.
The Supreme Court has confirmed that adoption orders are intended to be permanent and cannot be revoked solely on welfare grounds, reinforcing the finality of adoption decisions and clarifying the limited circumstances in which they may be challenged.
Maya’s Law has passed its second reading in Parliament following the death of two-year-old Maya Chappell. With more than 110,000 signatures backing the campaign, Maya’s family continues to push for stronger child protection measures, improved safeguarding powers and better information sharing to help prevent similar tragedies.
Domestic Abuse Protection Orders (DAPOs) are changing the way domestic abuse cases are managed. This article examines their practical application, enforcement, positive requirements and emerging trends from the pilot schemes.
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.
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