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Family Articles
Divorced wife appeals after being cheated out of millions by husband (31 December 2013)
A divorced wife claims to have been cheated out of a multi-million-pound settlement by her husband after he lied to her about the true value of his computer software business. Read more...
Plans for more openness in Court of Protection and Family Division (30 December 2013)
A leading judge who is in favour of more transparency in the private Court of Protection has been appointed head of the court. Read more...
Love triangle fears may have led man to assault his pregnant partner (30 December 2013)
Blackburn Magistrates Court has heard how a man allegedly punched his pregnant girlfriend in the head and the side of her stomach, amid suspicions she might be seeing another man who could be the baby’s father. Read more...
Co Durham PCC warns festive drinking may lead to domestic violence (27 December 2013)
The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for County Durham Ron Hogg has warned that drinking to excess over the festive season could lead to an increase in domestic violence – and has asked drinkers to be more aware of the link between alcohol misuse and domestic abuse. Read more...
More adoption funding follows government’s adoption package (27 December 2013)
The government has announced a funding boost for councils across England and Wales to help further streamline the adoption process. Read more...
Judge warns domestic violence allegations in divorce “not always true” (24 December 2013)
A leading judge has warned social workers not to automatically believe parents’ accusations of domestic violence against each other when marriages or relationships break down. Read more...
Baby taken into Local Authority care at birth (23 December 2013)
A judge ruled that a newborn baby could be removed at birth from its mother, who has mental health issues, is addicted to drugs and has a low IQ. Read more...
Children’s services reformed following ‘damning’ reports (20 December 2013)
Birmingham City Council, the largest of the UK’s local authorities, has announced radical reforms to its children’s services in the wake of severe criticism. The council has pledged an extra £9 million for new systems to help keep children safe, following a number of reviews into tragedies involving vulnerable children. Read more...
Estranged husband turns private detective to protect himself from divorce settlement (18 December 2013)
An estranged husband’s attempts to discredit his wife’s claims for incapacity benefit landed him in court for breach of a non molestation court order, which barred him from coming within 100 yards of his wife or her new home, as well as speaking to her. Read more...
Families may be hit hardest by benefit changes in Autumn Statement (16 December 2013)
New analysis of Chancellor George Osborne’s Autumn Statement suggest that families will be hit hard by “stealth” changes to welfare in the statement. The amount that people can earn before benefit is withdrawn is likely to be reduced as a result of the changes. Read more...
Father denied child contact with teenage daughter continues legal battle (10 December 2013)
A father who has not been allowed to see his 14-year-old daughter by her mother for 12 years has won the support of a senior judge, who said the system had “failed the whole family”. Read more...
Families lose out in Autumn Statement (9 December 2013)
Research by the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPP) has found that from 2018 families could be as much as £2,000 per year worse off as a result of the Chancellor’s proposals in the Autumn Statement. Read more...
Abused women lose out in Legal Aid reforms, says WI (5 December 2013)
A report by the National Federation of Women’s Institutes (NFWI) has found that the coalition government’s Legal Aid budget cuts will affect women suffering from domestic violence – and may result in more women either self-harming or taking their own lives. Read more...
Court hands down life sentence to paedophile accomplices (4 December 2013)
Sheffield Crown Court has jailed two men who were prolific paedophiles, including one man who was HIV positive and did not tell his family or victims. Read more...
Tycoon ordered to pay multi-million pound sum to estranged wife (4 December 2013)
A tycoon has been ordered to pay a £20 million divorce settlement despite claiming that he is bankrupt after a judge ruled that he had gone to great lengths to “hide” his wealth from the court. Read more...
Bradford Safeguarding Children Board accepts failings in Hamzah Khan case (29 November 2013)
The responses to 10 questions put to Bradford Safeguarding Children Board (BSCB) by Children’s Minister Edward Timpson following the death of Hamzah Khan were published on Wednesday (27/11/13). Read more...
Peabody trains frontline staff to spot domestic abuse (27 November 2013)
The Peabody Trust has introduced training for its staff to help them recognise instances of domestic violence and abuse in Peabody housing. Read more...
Facts about Domestic Abuse and The Action You Can Take (22 November 2013)
Relationships always have their intimate secrets. In some it may be playful nicknames for one another that you would shriek with embarrassment should anyone find out; in others it may be silly rituals that you share with your loved one. But in some relationships, there are darker secrets that cannot be shared. Read more...
Update antiquated child cruelty laws urge family experts (21 November 2013)
Family experts have urged the government to update the law on child cruelty in order to increase protection against neglect, intimidation and other forms of emotional abuse. Read more...
Moscow court blocks mother’s fight to return her sons to England (19 November 2013)
A Moscow court has ruled in favour of allowing a husband to keep custody of his two sons, who he abducted when they came to spend two weeks with him in Russia at Christmas. Read more...
Prosecution for Female Genital Mutilation of baby girl pending (18 November 2013)
A likely criminal prosecution for the Female Genital Mutilation of a baby girl less than 2 months old is pending. Read more...
Tory PCC proposes “boot camps” for problem families (18 November 2013)
The Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) for Northamptonshire, Adam Simmonds has suggested that families who live on benefits without trying to get a job – or who live off the proceeds of petty crime – should be sent to “boot camps” to help them turn their lives around. Read more...
Domestic violence budget cuts may harm services (18 November 2013)
Survivors of domestic violence fear that there will be less support available for those who have suffered domestic violence as budget cuts to services are made. Read more...
Government may take over Birmingham’s failing children’s services (15 November 2013)
The government has warned that children’s services in Birmingham could be taken over if standards are not improved. Read more...
Birmingham children “abducted by father and living in Libya” (14 November 2013)
A Libyan man who took his two children from Birmingham to live in Libya have said he did so because he thought the UK was “too western”, according to lawyers. Read more...
Violent father killed sons as custody hearing approached (14 November 2013)
An inquest in Wiltshire has heard how a father with a history of violence drugged and then killed his two sons before killing himself to avoid a custody battle with his former partner. Read more...
Children’s Minister demands answers over Hamzah Khan’s death (14 November 2013)
The Children’s and Families Minister Edward Timson has expressed concern over a report into the death of four-year-old Hamzah Khan, who was left to starve to death by his mother. Read more...
Legal Aid reforms result in fewer divorcing couples seeking mediation (13 November 2013)
A leading mediator has said that since the introduction of LASPO in April 2013 he has received 50% fewer enquiries about mediation from divorcing couples – and couples opting for mediation in divorce negotiations have dropped by one-third. Read more...
Children and Families Bill amendment “could see child protection privatised” (13 November 2013)
An amendment to the Children and Families Bill going through the House of Lords may mean more private providers taking over failing child protection services from Local Authorities. Read more...
Researchers call for more education to tackle domestic violence (4 November 2013)
Researchers at Manchester University are calling for a mentoring programme for young adults at risk of becoming domestic abusers. Read more...
Trapped in a Foreign Jurisdiction - Family lawyers can help with safe return to the UK (7 October 2013)
There are numerous cases where women and children go abroad for the purpose of a family holiday only to find that it was used as an excuse to get them to leave the UK. Upon arrival, their passports are kept from them and it is often the case that the relevant state authorities and legal system of such a foreign country will not assist with a return home. Read more...
Domestic Violence is not gender specific. Knowledge dispels fear (6 August 2013)
There is a common misconception in society today that it is men who are (physically) stronger than women and as such, are incapable of being victims of Domestic Violence. Read more...
Demanding the best for your children (10 June 2013)
We always want to provide the best for our children. If you find yourself in a situation where you need legal advice on how to safeguard the interests of your children, Legal 500/Chamber UK Leading Firm, Duncan Lewis can assist; Read more...
What is in a name- The legal position on changing a child’s forename or surname. (29 April 2013)
Naming a child is one of the most important decisions parents make together; so is it justified for the resident parent to simply change their child’s forename or surname when their relationship breaks down? Read more...
Legal Aid Cuts for Divorce; Cohabitees & Children Matters are Just around the Corner (22 March 2013)
It is very important for those who may be considering separation, or are separating and believe that they may be eligible for legal aid that they seek our advice & assistance before the 31st March 2013. Read more...
Social Services and Child Protection - Busting the Myths and Facing the Realities (20 March 2013)
As a child care law solicitor I advise and represent parents where social services have child protection concerns. This article is designed to shed some light on what a parent can and should expect from social services when there are concerns about the welfare of their child and to highlight the key advice I give to parents. Read more...
Know Your Pension Rights in Divorce (18 March 2013)
For many people, their pensions can be one of their most important and valuable matrimonial assets. The treatment of those rights can be one of the most complex aspects of a divorce or dissolution settlement. When deciding such matters, Courts take many different factors into account and each party will need professional advice to determine which of the many available options is best for them. Read more...
“DIY” Divorce- Treat with Caution (1 February 2013)
January & February are often referred to as ‘Divorce Months’ due to the fact that there are more people seeking advice on divorce during this period than at any other in time in the year. Read more...
Is your husband selling your home without your consent- Your Rights & Entitlements explained. (21 January 2013)
Following the breakdown of a marriage or in situations of marital discord, it may come to your attention that your partner wishes to transfer or sell the matrimonial property including the home you live in without your permission or even your knowledge. Read more...
Understanding the legal term “Domestic Abuse” can be a real life saver. (7 January 2013)
Domestic abuse impacts greatly on our community and as a society we must provide assistance where possible to those who are victims. Read more...
How do I get my jewellery back (7 January 2013)
Addressing the safe return of a Bride’s Dowry upon separation following domestic abuse requires prompt legal assistance and a lawyer that understands. Read more...