Clarion Family Law

The team were treated to fabulous cupcakes made by our very own Trainee. #FamilyLawyers

Legal aid means testing will no longer be required in certain family law cases including for those requiring legal representation in matters concerning the withdrawal or withholding of life-sustaining treatment in respect of their child. #FamilyLawUpdate todaysfamilylawyer.co.uk/legal-aid-mean….

With the latest data showing that families may wait up to 47 weeks to finalise living arrangements, our Family Team provide vital legal assistance to negotiate and help achieve earlier child-focused settlements. #ChildrenLaw #FamilyLaw todaysfamilylawyer.co.uk/family-court-d…

MPs have called on the UK government to tackle “tech abuse”, warning that devices including smart home security systems are being used to coerce and control victims of #DomesticAbuse. theguardian.com/society/2023/a…

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The volume of applications for #NonMolestation #Injunctions presents a significant challenge for the Court's limited resources, having risen by 50% over the past decade. Consider the President of the Family Division's recent Practice Guidance: judiciary.uk/guidance-and-r…

Pre- and post- nuptial agreements are not reserved for Hollywood. Whilst there are considerable legal differences in England and Wales, nuptial agreements continue to be on the rise. For any questions in relation to them, our expert Family Team are well versed in these contracts.

The Lord Justice said the children in this case had been the victim of severe alienation of a kind that should have led to the rejection of the application for the 14 year old to be allowed to instruct a solicitor directly. #ChildrenProceedings #FamilyLaw legalfutures.co.uk/latest-news/ju…

'Quickie' online divorces are under review, amid concerns that not all providers comply with consumer protection law. Issues include misleading information about the simplicity of the process and prices, and inadequate quality of service. #DivorceLaw todaysfamilylawyer.co.uk/cma-launches-r…

We are delighted to announce that Jane Ingleby MCIArb has become one of only a handful of fully qualified children arbitrators in Yorkshire. clarionsolicitors.com/news/clarion-f… #arbitration #alternativedisputeresolution #familylaw

Justine Osmotherley is stepping to a consultancy role at Clarion. You can read Justine's article on how she will continue to support, and work with Clarion, on a consultancy basis. clarionsolicitors.com/news/justine-o…

We had a fabulous evening last night at @TheLawyermag awards and are delighted to be bringing home the trophy for Independent Law Firm of the Year 2023

@MyCafcass has launched a helpful animated video, sharing how those involved in #FamilyCourt proceedings have felt and how #Cafcass social workers can help children understand the Court's recommendations. Let us know what you think: youtube.com/watch?v=r_w1Sm…

@MyCafcass has launched a helpful animated video, sharing how those involved in #FamilyCourt proceedings have felt and how #Cafcass social workers can help children understand the Court's recommendations. Let us know what you think: youtube.com/watch?v=r_w1Sm…

The new law will build on the CMS’s existing procedures to protect those vulnerable to domestic abuse by avoiding the need for contact between paying and receiving parents. This set-up, Collect and Pay, is already used by 37% of parents using the CMS. gov.uk/government/new…

Resolution also responds to the MOJ's consultation on #Mediation, acknowledging that it should not be forced upon anyone and other forms of out of court #DisputeResolution need to be considered and funded. resolution.org.uk/news/resolutio…

The Law Society says divorcing couples should not be subject to mandatory #Mediation to ensure access to justice, in the response to government consultation. lawsociety.org.uk/contact-or-vis…

The Women and Equalities Committee has urged the Government to reconsider its position to delay #Cohabitation law reform, in a letter to Family Justice Minister Lord Bellamy. #FamilyLaw #Reform committees.parliament.uk/committee/328/….

Very different view on my commute to work this morning! Really looking forward to attending the @ResFamilyLaw Modern Families Forum today in London #familylaw

We are continuing to recognise and reward legal talent within the firm with the promotion to legal director for Andrew Curtis , Sarah Manning, Daniel Carlton and Stephanie Douthwaite. clarionsolicitors.com/news/the-promo…