Family

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The need to tackle predatory marriages

Matthew Duncan, Helen Freely and James Flanagan assess the lack of legal protection for vulnerable individuals following a rise in predatory marriages.

Family matters are taxing

Doug Shanks, John Handley, and Jessica May discuss the tax implications of divorce

Mediation voucher scheme: 'thousands' more families to benefit 

The government has pledged a further £800,000 for the scheme

Balancing health needs with a just outcome

Karen Wilsher and Claire Devine review a divorce case which highlights the sensitivities and the special considerations when one party has significant health needs.

Virtual Family Courts: the effect on participants

Matthew Brunsdon Tully highlights the pressing concerns surrounding the continued use of virtual family court hearings

Plans to extend bereavement benefit to cohabiting parents

If approved, the changes will apply retrospectively and backdated lump sum payments 

Former England footballer transfers to firm's board

Mark Wright has joined divorce specialists Fair Result

Family Court quarterly statistics: a call for alternatives to courts

Alice Scambler considers what options are open to those seeking an alternative to family courts under post-pandemic pressure