Facing pressure from clients
A conflict can easily arise when acting for both parties who reach an amicable agreement on separation, but solicitors must think ethically, says Mena Ruparel
17 July 2019
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The only way is up
Following a disappointing performance by divorce centres, Pippa Allsop assesses the potential of the online divorce service
17 July 2019
Successful roll out of Financial Remedies Court project
Eight new Financial Remedies Court (FRC) zones are now successfully operational, Mr Justice Mostyn has confirmed – with further zones to be announced as expansion of the FRC project continues.
21 June 2019
Family lawyers voice concerns over domestic violence review
Two family law solicitors have co-ordinated a letter, signed by 37 experts, challenging the extent of the Ministry of Justice’s (MoJ) recent decision to review how the family courts deal with victi
29 May 2019
MoJ shines a light on child protection
The Ministry of Justice has launched a three-month inquiry into child protection in family courts after more than 120 MPs called for a review on behalf of victims of domestic violence.
23 May 2019
Martin Hopkins: Nurturing long-term relationships
A stint in a legal call centre and part-time work as a front-of-house manager have taught Birkett Long’s new managing partner that knowing the law is just one part of being a lawyer
22 May 2019
Marriage prep bootcamp: negotiating a prenup
Putting a pre-nuptial agreement together causes almost inevitable tension on a couple about to embark on a lasting relationship, but there are ways of taking the stress out, says Joanna Harrison
14 May 2019
Divorce finance: choosing the right litigation funding structure
Funding a divorce places additional strain on spouses but specialist providers can offer a suitable solution, says George Williamson
8 May 2019
Unhappy state of affairs: the impact of family court closures
The government should make the best of the revised timescale for the court reform project to learn from recent mistakes, urges Pippa Allsop
2 May 2019
