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The question is often raised as to whether a step-parent living with their partner’s child can acquire parental responsibility and, if so, how. The law is clear that a step-parent who is either
The High Court quashed a lower court decision due to serious procedural errors and the perception of potential harm to the children.
Background:
The parties had been married but, after they
The High Court was faced with the delicate question of whether parental consent was sufficient for the treatment and restraint of a 12-year-old suffering from severe anorexia nervosa.
This was the overarching question at the heart of the decision in Armeniakou vs Thomson, whereby the High Court was asked to apply a worldwide freeing order relating to substantial cryptocurrency
The High Court considered the scope of the ‘intolerable situation’ that it must consider under Article 13(b) of the Convention of 25 October 1980 on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction
The High Court concluded that family proceedings cannot be used to influence the Home Office in making a decision, even if it is in the best interest of the child. Clarifying a child’s immigration
The Court of Appeal (CoA) confirmed a High Court decision that a sperm donor can be the legal father of a child.
Background:
This case concerned an application by a biological mother (P) regarding
The question of whether the local authority (LA) can proceed with the adoption of a child without notifying the extended family lies at the heart of the case of CB. Having reviewed all the
Do you think your ex is turning your child against you? Find out the signs of parental alienation and what you can do to stop it.
Cohabitation Agreements are useful for couples who do not wish to marry or for couples who are in a Nikah-only relationship (nikah is unregistered in the UK). They are a good way to put in place financial arrangements if your relationship ends.
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If you’re served with a non-molestation order, providing an undertaking does not mean that you admit to the allegations. You can give the undertaking to the court on the basis that you do not agree with the allegations.
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23 years ago, divorce lawyer Sarah helped her first client Fozia. 23 years later, Fozia joins Sarah as the first guest on her new podcast, Family Matters. They talk about that moment when you know it’s over, dealing with “lok kya kehange” and much more.