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
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
With around 700,000 Poles calling the UK home, it is little surprise that so many may consider returning to Poland on a permanent basis. When children are involved, and when their parents cannot agree in relation to the move, it will be the court who can decide whether that is
The International Family Law Group LLP represented the successful mother in her application seeking permission to relocate permanently to Sydney, Australia, in a case that has now been reported as F v M (relocation to Australia) [2024] EWFC 381 (B). The case was heard by Her Honour Judge Vincent at
With the Christmas holidays fast approaching, parents may well be looking at a winter break with their children. Others may well be looking at the year ahead and have an eye on a potential Easter or Summer holiday break for 2025. For separated parents however, the risk of conflict is
Following on from my previous articles below about the Pilot for Transparency and Court Reporting in Family law matters:; see below, there have been 2 further significant developments. The Transparency Pilot – A Relaxation of Rights to Privacy in Family Proceedings February 2023 and The Family Court’s Transparency Pilot Scheme:
The International Family Law Group LLP represented the Ukrainian mother in the reported case of AOX and LSX at the Fact-Finding Hearing at the Royal Courts of Justice on 16-18 July 2024. The case was heard before Simon Colton KC, sitting as a deputy High Court Judge. His judgment has
With a vibrant culture, technologically modern reputation, a unique sense of history and delicious food, it is little surprise that Japan has become a booming travel destination for Britons in particular. Tourism aside however, around 70,000 Japanese citizens call the UK home, and many more families have connections that cross
All significant decisions relating to a child’s welfare, including their education, upbringing, accommodation and medical needs, must be taken by those with parental responsibility. The definition of parental responsibility is set out at section 3 (1) Children Act 1989 as “all the rights, duties, powers, responsibilities and authority which by law
In March 2023 Family Court reform and the role of CAFCASS were debated in Parliament. During the debate Parliament was advised that 70% of Family Court cases in England and Wales feature allegations of parental alienation. Perpetrators of domestic abuse often allege parental alienation to diminish their own behaviour or
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