As Stress Awareness Month unfolds this April, it’s imperative to shed light on the pressing issues surrounding mental and physical wellbeing within the family law system, particularly among solicitors and barristers. Recent statistics from the Bar Council’s Wellbeing at the Bar Report 2024 provide valuable insights into the current landscape and highlight areas for improvement. […]
Read moreSchedule 1 of the Children Act 1989 provides the court with powers to make financial provision for children in specific circumstances. Schedule 1 can provide provision for parents who are seeking financial provision for their children at the end of a relationship. One of the orders the court may make for the benefit of the […]
Read moreAs we mark Family Mediation Week in the UK, it provides us with a moment to reflect on the transformative impact of mediation within the family justice system. At Unit Chambers, we understand the intricacies of family disputes and the vital role mediation plays in fostering amicable resolutions. Hear from our Head of Chambers, Lisa […]
Read moreOn Monday 29 January 2024 the Transparency Implementation Group Reporting Pilot will be extended to sixteen further court centres, including Liverpool Civil & Family Court and Manchester Civil Justice Centre. This pilot will establish the default position that accredited media and legal bloggers can report on the cases within the family court, subject to strict […]
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