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2023

Dispute Resolution – Mediation

What is mediation? Mediation, as a form of alternative dispute resolution, is used in many forms of disputes – international political disputes, civil disputes and industrial disputes. This article considers and explains the use of mediation as a process in which those involved in family relationship breakdown and disputes (married

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Spousal Maintenance by Formula: The Canadian Experience

Introduction The recent announcement by the Law Commission that it is conducting a review into the laws which determine how finances are divided on divorce has re-ignited the discussion as to whether the law on financial remedy provision in England and Wales should be reformed. One of the areas which

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Cohabiting Couples and what to do with the property when it does not work?

The recent announcement at the Labour Party conference by the shadow attorney-general Emily Thornberry MP has re-highlighted the importance of reform of rights of cohabitants. An increasing number of couples are deciding to cohabit rather than enter into a marriage or a civil partnership. According to the Research Briefing published

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Important Part III case in Supreme Court

On 31 October and 1 November 2023, the UK Supreme Court will be hearing the former husband’s appeal in the case of Potanin and Potanina [1].  The appeal will consider in what circumstances it is appropriate for the English family court to allow a former spouse to make an application

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Chambers UK 2024 Rankings

The International Family Law Group LLP has been ranked in Chambers UK and Chambers HNW for 2024. Leading Individuals Helen Blackburn James Netto Prof David Hodson OBE KC(Hons) MCIArb Testimonials “Their knowledge and attention to detail is second to none” “They were very professional and supportive every step of the

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The Legal 500 UK Rankings 2024

The International Family Law Group LLP is proud to announce that we have again been ranked as a leading Family Law Firm in The Legal 500 2024 directory. London > Private client > Family > Leading Individuals: Helen Blackburn Michael Allum London > Private client > Family > Hall of

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