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Family Law Update: Government To Repeal Presumption Of Parental Involvement

The Government has announced that they are going to repeal the presumption of parental involvement in the Children Act 1989.

United Kingdom Family

Gardner Leader

Is A Declaration Of Trust Enough?

It is no secret that getting on the property ladder is an increasingly difficult task. Many first time buyers are looking to the bank of mum and dad (or other family members) when buying their property.

United Kingdom Family

Gardner Leader

Domestic Abuse: Exceptional Or Everyday?

The Domestic Abuse Commissioner's report tells us that domestic abuse is everyday business in the family courts. But, for the conduct of one of the parties to affect financial remedies...

United Kingdom Family

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Withers LLP

Covert Recordings In Family Law Proceedings: Key Guidance From The Family Justice Council

In family law, particularly under the Children Act 1989, the use of covert recordings has become a topic of significant interest and debate.

United Kingdom Family

Gardner Leader

Government Repeals Presumption Of Parental Involvement

United Kingdom Family

HL

Hunters

The Rise Of The Family Investment Company

United Kingdom Family

HL

Hunters

When Contact Between Parents And Children Becomes A Danger - The Push To Reform

United Kingdom Family

GP

Giambrone & Partners

What Families Need To Know About Virtual Family Court Hearings

United Kingdom Family

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Buckles Law

Capacity Concerns: The Test For Capacity And What It Means For Vulnerable People

United Kingdom Family

HL

Hunters

The Best Ways To Gift Money To Grandchildren

United Kingdom Tax

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Buckles Law

Dividing Assets In Divorce: House Or Pension? (17 October 2025)

United Kingdom Family

DL

Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Obtaining Italian Citizenship Through Marriage Or Civil Partnership

United Kingdom Immigration

GP

Giambrone & Partners

Finality And Funding: The Implications Of A Clean Break Following CC v UU

United Kingdom Family

HL

Hunters

Domestic Abuse: Are We Doing Enough?

United Kingdom Family

WL

Withers LLP

UK 20-Year Route To Settlement Explained | 20 Years UK Residence Visa (Video)

United Kingdom Immigration

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Latitude Law

Webinar Recording: Employment Law Lab - September Edition 2025 (Video)

United Kingdom Employment

BP

Burness Paull

UK Immigration Update – Indefinite Leave To Remain ILR After 10 Years Residence

United Kingdom Immigration

TL

Thaxted Legal

Inheritance Tax And Lifetime Gifting: Should You Act Before November's Budget?

United Kingdom Tax

WS

Wrigleys Solicitors

UK Immigration Salary List 2025

United Kingdom Immigration

RC

Richmond Chambers Immigration Barristers

Navigating Privilege And Proportionality In Family Law Cases, And How Legal Costs Can Spiral

That was the combined cost of a discrete application in the case of BC v BC [2025] EWFC 236, where Peel J had to decide whether a husband's open offer improperly referred...

United Kingdom Family

WL

Withers LLP

How To Make A Prenuptial Agreement Stick…the Court Of Appeal Decision In Helliwell v Entwistle

The recent appeal judgment in Helliwell v Entwistle [2025] EWCA Civ 1055 is a cautionary tale for clients who are entering prenuptial agreements and highlights the importance...

United Kingdom Family

WL

Withers LLP

NCDR Around The World - Insights From The Withers' International Family Team

As family law becomes increasingly international, the need for effective, flexible dispute resolution methods has never been greater. Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR)...

United Kingdom Family

WL

Withers LLP

Child Injuries, Medical Evidence And Human Rights In Family Law (30 September 2025)

When family courts are asked to decide whether a child has suffered harm, paediatric evidence often plays a pivotal role.

United Kingdom Family

DL

Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Infidelity In Your Marriage: Understanding Your Legal Options (29 September 2025)

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Reflections On The One-Couple One-Lawyer Model: Insights From Dr Rachael Blakey's Research

United Kingdom Family

HL

Hunters

Cohabiting Couples Consultation Planned – But What Rights Do You Have? (15 September 2025)

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Why Family Mediation Matters - From Soap Storylines To Real Life

United Kingdom Litigation

PB

Parker Bullen

What Visa Do I Need To Get Married In The UK?

United Kingdom Immigration

RC

Richmond Chambers Immigration Barristers

A New Dawn Of Matrimonialisation – A Scottish Perspective On Standish

United Kingdom Family

BP

Burness Paull

Secret Recordings In Family Law Cases: Helpful Or Harmful?

United Kingdom Family

RB

Rothera Bray

Alex Brereton Comments On Potanina v Potanin Judgment's Impact On International Divorce Claims

United Kingdom Family

HL

Hunters

Asset Division: Navigating The Complexities Of Divorce (Video)

United Kingdom Family

WL

Withers LLP

Suitable Structures And Jurisdictions For Setting Up A Family Office

United Kingdom Family

WL

Withers LLP

Secret Recordings In Family Law Cases: Helpful Or Harmful?

As a family lawyer I come across all sorts of situations in family court cases, but one that is becoming more common is covert (secret) recordings of children or the other parent. It's a difficult issue.

United Kingdom Family

RB

Rothera Bray

Alex Brereton Comments On Potanina v Potanin Judgment's Impact On International Divorce Claims

Alex Brereton, Partner in our Family & Relationships department, has commented on the Court of Appeal's recent decision in Potanina v Potanin (No.2)...

United Kingdom Family

HL

Hunters

Asset Division: Navigating The Complexities Of Divorce (Video)

Dividing assets in a divorce can be complex and emotionally charged. In this video, we explain how courts in different jurisdictions approach asset division, what factors influence the outcome, and how to protect...

United Kingdom Family

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Withers LLP

Suitable Structures And Jurisdictions For Setting Up A Family Office

The management of the wealth and affairs of ultra-high net worth individuals (UHNWIs) has evolved into a highly specialised industry, demanding tailored solutions for the preservation, growth, and intergenerational transfer of wealth.

United Kingdom Family

WL

Withers LLP

The Consequences Of Failing To Comply With Child Arrangement Orders (1 September 2025)

United Kingdom Family

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Untying The Knot: Ten Most Common Questions

Curious about how long a divorce takes, what your financial rights are, or whether there are alternatives to divorce?

United Kingdom Family

RB

Rothera Bray

Modernising Wills Law: What The Upcoming Reforms Mean For You

Law Commission publishes its long-awaited report and proposals on modernising the law surrounding wills.

United Kingdom Family

WS

Wrigleys Solicitors

Addressing Hidden Assets In Divorce: Ensuring Transparency And Fairness (26 August 2025)

Divorce proceedings are often emotionally and financially taxing, especially when one spouse suspects the other of concealing assets. Ensuring full and frank disclosure is therefore not only essential but paramount.

United Kingdom Family

DL

Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Pre-nups: A Different Type Of Insurance Policy

Pre-nups allow couples to retain control over their finances and have certainty over what may happen in the future.

United Kingdom Family

BP

Burness Paull

Leasehold Reform: Judicial Challenge Puts Future Of Key Provisions In Doubt

United Kingdom Real Estate

RF

Ronald Fletcher Baker

How To Protect Your Business In Divorce

United Kingdom Family

PB

Parker Bullen

Back-To-School And Separation: Starting Divorce Proceedings In The UK

United Kingdom Family

HC

Herrington Carmichael

How Do You Legally End A Civil Partnership?

United Kingdom Family

AG

Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

How English Judges Decide The Finances On Divorce – And What Standish v Standish Means For You

United Kingdom Family

AG

Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

Why Choosing A Qualified Divorce Lawyer Matters In Family Law Proceedings

United Kingdom Family

PB

Parker Bullen

Post-Nups vs Settlement Agreements: The Battle For A Clean Break In PN v SA [2025] EWFC 141

United Kingdom Family

AG

Anthony Gold Solicitors LLP

Relocation And Child Custody: Legal Requirements For Moving Abroad With A Child (18 August 2025)

United Kingdom Family

DL

Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Jurisdiction Plays A Key Role When Getting A Divorce: Considering The Financial Advantages Of A Divorce In The UK Or Abroad

United Kingdom Family

HL

Hunters

Understanding The Youth Justice System: Protecting Your Child's Rights (15 August 2025)

United Kingdom Criminal

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

Costs In Executor Disputes: Recent Judicial Insights And Principles

United Kingdom Family

BJ

Browne Jacobson

Understanding Your Rights And Responsibilities As An Executor Of A Will

United Kingdom Family

BJ

Browne Jacobson

Child Relocation Comparative Guide

United Kingdom Family

Mills & Reeve

Surrogacy And Parental Orders In Scotland – A Brief Guide

United Kingdom Family

BP

Burness Paull

What Happens To Cryptocurrency In A Divorce? An Emerging Asset Class

United Kingdom Family

HC

Herrington Carmichael

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Marriage Visit Visa Essentials | How To Apply For A Marriage Visit Visa In The UK (Video)

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Latitude Law

Family Law Webinar: The 99%ers: What Do Real Net Worth Clients Need? The Voice Of A Child | Series Three | Part One (Video)

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Bindmans LLP

Pillar 2: A Family Office View (Video)

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Alvarez & Marsal

Mediation Matters - A Podcast On Family Mediation (Video)

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Simons Muirhead & Burton

What Happens To Any Assets I Sold Or Transferred 24 Months Before Starting Divorce Proceedings? (18 September 2023) (Video)

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Duncan Lewis & Co Solicitors

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