Following concerns shared with the national Family Justice Board about the making of Special Guardianship Orders, the Association of Directors of Children's Services and Cafcass have issued a joint note intended for local authorities, Cafcass, HMCTS and the judiciary and local children's safeguarding boards. The note is...
Read MoreOur annual Family Justice Day took place on 9th October and was again a huge success. The event, at Stamford Court, was well attended by local lawyers, magistrates and judiciary, social workers and cafcass officers, and members of other groups and organisations. This year's conference was...
Read MorePlease note the important Guidance issued by Sir James Munby President of the Family Division on 8 October 2015 entitled - RADICALISATION CASES IN THE FAMILY COURTS. Within the Guidance, the President addresses the recent increase in the "numbers of children cases coming before the Family Division...
Read MoreThe President has announced that with effect from today, Monday 5 October 2015, different versions of the various tipstaff orders will be used in all cases. As at present these orders will be drawn in every case by the court. However all practitioners should be aware of...
Read MoreMembers of Leicester City Council CYPS Legal Services will be running 10km on 22nd November to raise funds for cancer charities CLIC Sargent, Movember and LOROS. Congratulations to the team on what will no doubt be a valiant effort! If you are interested in donating to...
Read MoreEntitled "The Changing Face of Family Law in 2015", the Birmingham Law Society is holding a conference in conjunction with Resolution on Saturday 3rd October. Headed by a keynote speech from Sir James Munby, President of the Family Division, there is an impressive lineup of speakers, including...
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Read MoreThe full flyer can be downloaded here Autumn Flyer final...
Read MorePlease find attached a booking form and a programme for this year's Family Justice Day taking place on Friday 9th October 2015 at Stamford Court, Oadby. The theme of the day is Vulnerable Adults and Children: Justice for All? The line up of speakers is very impressive and the...
Read MoreHHJ Bellamy has today issued a practice note to have immediate effect with respect to listing contested hearings in the Family Court at Leicester. All local practitioners must read the note and be aware of its requirements as there are significant obligations on the parties as to...
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