Lawyers are regulated individuals, meaning that they have certain responsibilities and obligations, and must adhere to these, and regulatory rules, always. The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) regulates practising solicitors in England and Wales, whilst the regulatory body... continue reading
Under the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973, it is illegal for anyone in England and Wales to enter into a polygamous marriage; that is... continue reading
On 23rd July 2021, the Nuffield Family Justice Observatory (NFJO) published a report on the experience of parents and other... continue reading
The government has invested £1 million in a family mediation scheme designing to offer financial support to people seeking... continue reading
The government has announced that the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020, originally due to come into force in Autumn... continue reading
On 22nd March 2021, the Ministry of Justice began a consultation on its proposal for the increase of selected court fees in the... continue reading
A Non-Molestation Order is a special injunction with the purpose of protecting one person from the behaviour of another. The... continue reading
A frequently asked question from amicably separating couples is whether they can instruct one solicitor to act for them jointly.... continue reading