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2025

Child Abduction: Removal to a non-Hague country

The International Family Law Group LLP represented the applicant father in his application seeking the return of his daughter from a non-Hague country, in a case that has been reported as Re A (A Child) (Removal to non-Hague country) [2023] EWFC 330 and Re A (A Child) (Removal to non-Hague

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Who gets the pet in a divorce

Who Gets Luna in a Divorce? For many, pets are much more than property – they are family. So, when a relationship ends, deciding who keeps the beloved dog, cat, or even horse can be a highly emotional issue. Yet, under English law, pets are treated as chattels (personal property),

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Parental alienation: guidance from the Family Justice Council

Allegations of “parental alienation” or “alienating behaviours” have become an all-too-common feature of children disputes, and particularly in high-conflict matters. As such, the need for judicial guidance inthis particular area was great, and ought to be on every family solicitor’s radar. In December 2024 the Family Justice Council issued its

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You’re engaged? That has a nice RI v NG to it!

As February, the month of love, has now drawn to a close, engagement announcements have flooded social media, with couples proudly showcasing their sparkly engagement rings.  These rings, symbolising love, commitment and the promise of a shared future, are typically seen as heartfelt gifts.  However, the legal question of who

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A crucial new toolkit for Family Judges

The President of the Family Division, Sir Andrew McFarlane, has published guidance for Family Judges today (26 February 2025) on when, how and why to write to children in Family Court Proceedings. The guidance has been developed with the Family Justice Young People’s Board and input from children and young

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