There are several types of order that a court can make when a local authority has concerns about a child’s welfare and intervenes within a … Read I’m in Care Proceedings about My Child – What are the Orders the Court Can Make?
Posts Categorized: Family Law
The Local Authority has issued proceedings about my child
The Local Authority have concerns that your child has or is at risk of suffering serious harm. They will need to … Read The Local Authority has issued proceedings about my child
Does the Local Authority have a duty to my child?
A child who is either subject to a care order (including an interim care order) or provided with accommodation by the … Read Does the Local Authority have a duty to my child?
What is the effect of an Interim Care Order? (ICO)
An Interim Care Order (ICO) is a temporary Order made by the Family Court in proceedings where the local authority has applied for a care order but where the case … Read What is the effect of an Interim Care Order? (ICO)
Use of Interpreters and Translation in Family Court Proceedings
Often a situation will arise where we are instructed by a client whose first language is not English. It is important as your legal representative that we can assist you … Read Use of Interpreters and Translation in Family Court Proceedings
Assisting Vulnerable Clients
This can be exacerbated for clients who have learning difficulties or disabilities. A learning difficulty relates to a specific learning … Read Assisting Vulnerable Clients
Should a Will be Revoked upon Marriage Automatically?
October 11th, 2021
“Daphne Frank’s devastating account of her mother falling victim to a predatory marriage highlights the need for better protection of vulnerable people who could be targeted by … Read Should a Will be Revoked upon Marriage Automatically?
How easy is it to get a divorce?
If you and your partner have decided that your relationship has broken down and you are ready … Read How easy is it to get a divorce?
The Digitalisation of Lasting Powers of Attorney
A couple of weeks ago, the government launched a 12-week consultation into the modernisation of Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs).
An LPA is a legal document … Read The Digitalisation of Lasting Powers of Attorney
‘Kate Garraway: Finding Derek’ and the importance of a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)
24th March 2021
Kate Garraway’s heart-breaking story aired on TV yesterday which documented her family’s ordeal over her husband Derek’s year long battle with Covid. Kate has been open throughout … Read ‘Kate Garraway: Finding Derek’ and the importance of a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)