Every few months, statisticians at the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) publish figures detailing the volume and types of work passing through family courts across the country. They provide the kind of broad context and evidence of important individual patterns which can sometimes even escape family law firms concentrating on their respective caseloads. The latest tranche […]
Read moreHall Brown has reinforced its reputation as Manchester’s leading family law practice by topping a new independent ranking of legal specialists. In addition to being the only inclusion in the First Tier of family and divorce law firms in the city compiled by the Doyle’s Guide, Hall Brown has more of its lawyers recognised for […]
Read moreWhen it comes to family life in England and Wales, change is something of a constant. Yet the rate and type of change is very much dependent on a number of different circumstances. The impact of household finances, for instance, has been demonstrated afresh by new data published by the Department for Work and Pensions […]
Read moreOur concepts of what constitutes a positive family environment evolve over time both as a result of what we experience as individuals and the input of others. Sometimes, trying to reconcile differing viewpoints, particularly in relation to some of the more delicate and difficult aspects of family law can be a great challenge. One such […]
Read moreOne of the fundamental principles of the legal system in England and Wales is that there should be in fair access to justice. Just over a year ago, the body which represents barristers, the Bar Council, suggested that right was being denied to many. In a November 2022 report which identified a number of causes […]
Read moreNo break-up between parents is ever easy. In my experience, that is true regardless of whether they are married or have been cohabiting. It is only natural for couples to experience some distress or upset when it happens, no matter how long they have been together. Even so, it is vital that the adults set […]
Read moreThe breakdown of any relationship, such as a marriage, is not necessarily a pleasant experience. Nevertheless, in my professional experience, many couples manage to divide their joint assets and – particularly – provide for their children’s future after they themselves separate without rancour. However, there are still cases in which conflict does occur to varying […]
Read moreFamily law is one of the most discretionary of all legal disciplines. Even the most experienced practitioners know that the outcome of a case which goes to court can depend on how the judge hearing it interprets the evidence which is given. For people without legal training who choose to represent themselves, the situation can […]
Read moreOne of the recurrent themes on this ‘blog has been that of constant change in Britain’s households. Unsurprisingly, perhaps, that has been reflected in the work – the volumes and practices – of the family courts. It is certainly true that they are being kept very busy. Figures released by the Ministry of Justice at […]
Read moreThere is, of course, a famous old saying that “an Englishman’s home is his castle”. However, the scourge of domestic violence means that home is anything but a place of refuge for many individuals. It is heartening, therefore, to hear that the Government is intensifying its efforts to eradicate the threat which people face from […]
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