A Barring order under Section 91(14) of the Children Act 1989 is a powerful tool that allows family courts in England and Wales to protect children and their families from harm. It enables the court to issue a barring order,…
If you are a parent who is separated from your partner, you may find that you are unable to take your child on holiday because your ex-partner will not allow it. This can be a frustrating and stressful situation, especially…
Parental alienation is a term that refers to one parent attempting to manipulate or brainwash a child against the other parent. This can involve undermining the other parent’s authority, manipulating the child’s feelings and beliefs about the other parent, or…
Divorce can be a difficult and emotional time for everyone involved. It can be especially hard for children, who may feel confused and unsure about what is happening. As a family solicitor, I have seen firsthand the impact that divorce…
Since the introduction of the new divorce laws in April 2022, you are now able to make a joint application for divorce with your spouse. The law has moved away from a fault based system, so the decision you will…
These rules apply to divorces in England and Wales. The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act (2020) allows couples to divorce without having to prove fault. You will need to have been married for a year to be able to apply…
A Section 7 report is a report written by either a CAFCASS worker or a local authority social worker. This type of report is used in court cases issued by one of the child’s parents, where they have been unable…
An appeal is a complex process, and is therefore relatively rare. The first step is to establish whether you need to obtain permission to launch an appeal. If your case was heard by lay magistrates, you do not need permission…
A court hearing in the Family Court will usually be recorded by the court. A court transcript is a written version of the recording. As a party to those court proceedings, you can pay to obtain a typed version of…
There is a possibility that you will be sent to prison if you are rude to the Family Court judge as this behaviour may be a contempt in the face of the court. During a telephone hearing in the Family…