Legal risks of informal child maintenance arrangements

When couples with children end a relationship, determining how the costs of raising their children [...]

Judicial approaches to shared care in high-conflict cases

Family law in England and Wales has undergone a significant transformation in recent decades. Among [...]

How courts assess credibility in conflicting parental evidence

When determining the outcome of disputes involving children, courts in England and Wales are often [...]

Family law implications of long-term separation without divorce

When couples decide to separate, many assume that simply living apart signals the end of [...]

Legal consequences of breaching undertakings given to the family court

In the intricate world of family law in England and Wales, the concept of undertakings [...]

Family law considerations when one parent works offshore or at sea

When one parent works offshore or at sea, family life takes on a unique rhythm [...]

Emergency injunctions to prevent dissipation of matrimonial assets

When a marital relationship breaks down and divorce proceedings commence, the financial implications rapidly become [...]

How family courts handle disputes over private school fees

When parents separate or divorce, decisions regarding their children’s upbringing often become complex. One area [...]

The impact of cultural practices on child welfare decisions

Understanding how cultural practices influence decisions about children’s welfare is a subject of increasing relevance [...]

How to respond to a penal notice in family law proceedings

In the realm of family law proceedings within England and Wales, the use of court [...]