Today's Family Lawyer

11/01/2024

Here are some warming words from our for is Support Through Court 🙌

Support Through Court is a charity dedicated to providing free, independent assistance to people facing proceedings without legal representation. As a charity, they are wholly reliant on gifts and donations to find their work; £35 supports a person going through court and £300 runs one of their services for one day.

The Charity Partnership will see attendees given the option to 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 to Support Through Court.

11/01/2024

Women’s Aid have said they welcome the £2 million fund to help survivors of domestic abuse Women’s Aid have stated that they are “delighted to be working with the Home Office, member services and sector peers” to help with the distribution of an additional £2 million in funding. This fundi...

11/01/2024

The Ministry of Justice (MOJ) have announced they are to conduct a Review of Civil Legal Aid and have put out a call for evidence. The aim of this call for evidence is to obtain more information to further inform the Review of Civil Legal Aid and feed into policy development. This call for evidence....

11/01/2024

The British Family Law Awards have published their Digital Brochure in readiness of the Awards on 25th January 2024. With just two weeks to go until the first British Family Law Awards now is the time to get up to date with the remarkable firms and suppliers that are shortlisted and are competing fo...

10/01/2024

SRA issues more fixed penalties https://cstu.io/33aad5

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has published more fixed penalties issued as part of its new financial penalty regime. £750 fines have been issued to five firms for not complying with the SRA’s transparency rules. This follows three firms being issued with fines for such breaches in Nov...

10/01/2024

Today (10th January 2024) is the final day you can purchase tickets for the British Family Law Awards which will be hosted at the Bristol Harbour Hotel on 25th January 2024. Don’t miss out, book your tickets now. Join Today’s Family Lawyer, for an evening of recognition, celebration, networking ...

10/01/2024

Don't miss the chance to connect with the people who matter in the industry!

Grab your ticket now and make your mark with meaningful conversations and lasting relationships. 🤝🎟️ https://cstu.io/d0cbbe

10/01/2024

Domestic abuse victims will be given fresh support in the form of lifeline payments to escape abuse and rebuild their lives. The Home Office announced yesterday that a new £2 million fund will provide one-off payments to victims to help them leave their tormenters, starting 31st January 2024. From ...

10/01/2024

Addiction and coparenting – how to arrange drug and alcohol testing in the context of childcare disputes and other legal proceedings involving children. Concerns surrounding a parent’s substance abuse are a common safeguarding issue raised in children proceedings before the family court. Underst...

10/01/2024

In their latest podcast episode, HMCTS have focused on an important and timely topic – making courts and tribunals more accessible for neurodivergent people. Neurodiversity, expresses the diverse ways people think, interpret, and process information, and it is at the forefront of our efforts to en...

09/01/2024

ALPHABOLABS IS GIVING BACK AGAIN…WIN £500 FOR YOUR CHOSEN CHARITY Over the last few years, leading UK DNA, drug & alcohol testing provider AlphaBiolabs has donated to a number of charities working with some of the UK’s most vulnerable children and families. Through their highly regarded Giving ...

09/01/2024

Giving Back Campaign https://cstu.io/dadf7b

ALPHABOLABS IS GIVING BACK AGAIN…WIN £500 FOR YOUR CHOSEN CHARITY Over the last few years, leading UK DNA, drug & alcohol testing provider AlphaBiolabs has donated to a number of charities working with some of the UK’s most vulnerable children and families. Through their highly regarded Giving ...

09/01/2024

The Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) has published more fixed penalties issued as part of its new financial penalty regime. £750 fines have been issued to five firms for not complying with the SRA’s transparency rules. This follows three firms being issued with fines for such breaches in Nov...

09/01/2024

𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗴𝘂𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝘀𝘁 - 𝗝𝗼𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗮 𝗚𝗼𝘀𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴

Joanna is a Senior Associate Mediator (family and workplace) at Irwin Mitchell. Joanna is passionate about relationship dynamics, communication, and navigating conflict, which is why she changed career after 30 years as one of the most experienced and best-known rolling news presenters broadcasting in the UK, leaving her role as BBC News Chief Anchor. Joanna also has her own show on Classic FM

09/01/2024

A brand new guide has been published by the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) and HM Courts and Tribunals Services (HMCTS) to help the public easily access court hearings. This guide are being encouraged to see how justice is done in courtrooms with the publication of a new and simple ‘how to’ guide for...

09/01/2024

The Solicitors Regulatory Authority (SRA) issued their first diversity fine on 19th December 2023, for failure to supply workforce diversity in accordance with the deadline. The fine was issued to HG Legal Ltd and they were directed to pay Fixed Financial Penalty of £750 and costs of £150. The rea...

09/01/2024

As family lawyers we all understand the benefits of using Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) to help our clients reach solutions, but unfortunately ADR methods can often be misunderstood, meaning we often face barriers when talking to clients about ADR. Some of the more common objections include c...

09/01/2024

Brand new guide to help public easily access court hearings https://cstu.io/02effd

A brand new guide has been published by the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) and HM Courts and Tribunals Services (HMCTS) to help the public easily access court hearings. This guide are being encouraged to see how justice is done in courtrooms with the publication of a new and simple ‘how to’ guide for...

09/01/2024

Kate Clark has been appointed as new Head of Family in Mishcon Private (Mishcon de Reya) effective from the start of 2024. Kate Clark joined Mishcon in 2014 and became a Partner in 2021. Kate will be supported in role by Claire Yorke, who has become Finance partner for the team. Kate and Claire are....

08/01/2024

SOS is dedicated to serving the unique requirements of the enterprise legal market, where efficiency, accuracy, and adaptability are imperative for the success of law firms. While cloud-based solutions have gained attention, larger firms demand a more tailored approach to technology due to their com...

08/01/2024

The end of 2023, 29th December to be exact saw the eight-year anniversary of the criminalisation of coercive control. The landmark legislation which established coercive and controlling behaviour (CCB)as a criminal offence in the Serious Crime Act 2015 of England and Wales. Section 76 Serious Crime....

08/01/2024

SOS focuses on supporting the legal enterprise market. https://cstu.io/36e614

SOS is dedicated to serving the unique requirements of the enterprise legal market, where efficiency, accuracy, and adaptability are imperative for the success of law firms. While cloud-based solutions have gained attention, larger firms demand a more tailored approach to technology due to their com...

08/01/2024

Be ready to get the lowdown on ! 🤩

The Joining Instructions are coming your way and we're sure it'll be an unforgettable night of celebration! 🎉 You can check out the timings, dress code, places to stay and more! 🙌

08/01/2024

The NSPCC have urged the Government to take action on sexual abuse trial delays New data from the Ministry of Justice (MOJ) shows delays to criminal trials have increased by 55% in the past five years and this is also impacting child sexual abuse trials. As a result the NSPCC are asking the Governme...

08/01/2024

The Surrey Junior Lawyers Division’s first event of 2024 is – Let’s Talk: Practice Areas! Taking place online via Microsoft Teams on Tuesday 23rd January 2024. Event Details: If you are a trainee solicitor approaching qualification, an aspiring lawyer (whether a student or someone currently wo...

05/01/2024

It gives us great pleasure to announce that our for is Support Through Court 🙌

Support Through Court is a charity dedicated to providing free, independent assistance to people facing proceedings without legal representation. As a charity, they are wholly reliant on gifts and donations to find their work; £35 supports a person going through court and £300 runs one of their services for one day.

The Charity Partnership will see attendees given the option to 𝗱𝗼𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁 to Support Through Court.

05/01/2024

Lucas & Wyllys Solicitors has announced the opening of a new branch in Norwich, complementing its existing Gorleston and Great Yarmouth presence. The firm, which has been in existence for 190 years, specialises in conveyancing, family and private client law says the expansion shows a “commitment t...

05/01/2024

With 11,500 law firms in the UK differentiation can be a constant challenge. When it come to legal services marketing, law firms in 2024 must adopt innovative marketing strategies to distinguish themselves. Legal Growth, a marketing agency specialising in law firms, highlights key approaches to ensu...

05/01/2024

Talbots Law enhances their expansion journey into Worcester city centre with the acquisition of Scaiff LLP Talbots Law, founded in 1828, have continued their expansion journey, by announcing their third acquisition in the space of twelve months. This time, acquiring Scaiff LLP in Worcester. The acqu...

04/01/2024

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the 14 esteemed judges of the British Family Law Awards. Your expertise and knowledge in the field is been inspiring.

We are delighted to have your valuable insights to highlight the achievement and excellence in the industry. 🤩

Adele Ballantyne - Psychotherapist, Relationship Therapist, Eleda Consultancy
James Brown, Managing Partner & co-founder - Hall Brown Family Law
Karen Dovaston, Owner & Principal Solicitor - Dovaston Law
Jacqueline Emmerson - Solicitor & Managing Director, Emmersons Solicitors
James Evans, Head of UK Professional Education - OurFamilyWizard
Duncan Finlyson, Director - Infolegal
Graeme Fraser, Partner & Head of Family - BBS Law
Natasha Grande, Head of Family - Wilsons Solicitors LLP
Alex Holt - Director of Business Development, Cashroom
Orlagh Kelly, CEO - Briefed
Emma Nash, Partner - Rayden Solicitors
Richard Port MBE, Partner - George Green Solicitors
Natalie Sutherland, Partner - Burgess Mee Family Law
Lisa Watts, Managing Partner - Caswell Group Consulting LLC

The judges’ full biographies are available on the British Family Law Awards website. https://cstu.io/b1efc3