Category Archives: Family Law

This case reflects the judiciary’s willingness to interpret existing legislation sufficiently flexibly to align with the diverse realities of modern family life and, more crucially, prioritise the

The High Court has recently addressed the complex and sensitive issue of depriving children nearing adulthood of liberty while in Local Authority (LA) care.

Background:

LB, born in August 2009, is

The High Court offered a timely reminder that unreasonable conduct during child arrangement proceedings can lead to a significant departure from the usual "no order as to costs"

The Court of Appeal (CoA) highlights the perils of a shaky paper trail when substantial third-party debt claims surface during divorce proceedings to demonstrate that a loan was

The High Court delivered a judgement that underscores the paramount importance of lifelong welfare considerations in parental order applications, particularly in cases involving older intended

The Supreme Court addressed in two cases the incredibly sensitive intersection of parental rights and the right to privacy in cases concerning the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment for a

The Court of Appeal (CoA) heard a case involving ongoing financial remedy proceedings between a wife and husband and delivered a stark reminder of its power to ensure that financial orders are upheld,

The Court of Appeal (CoA) heard a rare case relating to Section 37 of the Children Act 1989.

Background:

The case arose from care proceedings initiated by the local authority (LA) concerning a baby

The High Court heard a peculiar case in which four different persons, who had parental responsibility over a 15-year-old, had asked the Local Authority (LA) to accommodate and provide care for the

The High Court ruled on an application for permission to publish information regarding her experiences in the family court and the domestic abuse she suffered using an alias.

Background:

Ms. M made