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Family solicitor embarks on menopause campaign

A family solicitor is hoping to raise awareness of how women going through a divorce may be disadvantaged financially as a result of menopause. Farhana Shahzady, director of London and…

This week is national family mediation week

Here are some reasons why you may wish to consider using family mediation to work out your future arrangements: Family mediation is a way for families to manage changes that…

New FREE Parenting Through Separation Guide offered to families in Brighton, Hove and all Sussex

Sarah Riddell from Brighton&Hove Law is offering FREE The Parenting Through Separation Guide, written by family professionals and advises parents on how to put their children first during a separation.

MOJ has confirmed that court fee rises will be implemented at the end of the month

Despite criticisms of proposed fee hikes and real concerns about court service levels and user dissatisfaction, the MOJ has confirmed court fee rises will be implemented at the end of…

We are delighted to welcome Samantha Barker to the team at Brighton & Hove Law

Formerly at Antony Morris solicitors, Samantha Barker is a child law expert who makes a really great addition to our child care team.

Social worker is compensated for criticisms of work only being highlighted in the judgement of the case

The European Court of Human Rights has ordered the UK to pay damages to a social worker who became aware of criticisms of her conduct only when a family court…

Government commits to 6th April for the introduction of Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act

Ministers have today announced that the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020, which will allow married couples to divorce without assigning blame, will come into force on 6th April 2022. …

Consumer clients say they are happy to Zoom with their lawyer

Despite the challenges of Covid, opportunities have also arisen as the legal sector has explored alternative ways of speaking with their clients. The feedback from the public is positive regarding…

The Specialist Child Care Proceedings Team is expanding!

Brighton and Hove Law are delighted to announce that the specialist child care proceedings team is expanding. We are longstanding legal aid providers and specialist solicitor advocates in cases who…

What is Hybrid Mediation

Going to court should be a last resort to resolve most family disputes. The pandemic has exacerbated the significant delays in the adjudication of many family cases. The courts have…

Family Mediation Week 18 – 22 January 2021

This week is Family Mediation Week – a week focussing on spreading the word about the benefits of family mediation, aiming to raise awareness of mediation and how it can…

Brighton&Hove Family Justice professionals mark Good Divorce Week 2020 with FREE Advice Sessions

Family law professionals in Brighton & Hove are showing their support for Good Divorce Week 2020 by offering free advice sessions to families later this month. Good Divorce Week is…

Domestic abuse victims with ‘trapped capital’ should not be denied legal aid, court rules

Victims of domestic abuse should not be denied legal aid because they have assets trapped in a home, the high court has ruled. The judgment has been handed down as…

Racism has no place in our society

“George Floyd’s death has caused outrage around the world and exposed injustices and inequalities. “As well as expressing sadness and sympathy it is vital we use this difficult time to…

Children returning to school? Corona virus continues to cause chaos!

Corona virus continues to cause chaos as separated parents don’t know which advice to listen to regarding returning their children to school. Many are turning to the courts to determine…

Family solicitor embarks on menopause campaign

This week is national family mediation week

New FREE Parenting Through Separation Guide offered to families in Brighton, Hove and all Sussex

MOJ has confirmed that court fee rises will be implemented at the end of the month

We are delighted to welcome Samantha Barker to the team at Brighton & Hove Law

Social worker is compensated for criticisms of work only being highlighted in the judgement of the case

Government commits to 6th April for the introduction of Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act

Consumer clients say they are happy to Zoom with their lawyer

The Specialist Child Care Proceedings Team is expanding!

What is Hybrid Mediation

Family Mediation Week 18 – 22 January 2021

Brighton&Hove Family Justice professionals mark Good Divorce Week 2020 with FREE Advice Sessions

Domestic abuse victims with ‘trapped capital’ should not be denied legal aid, court rules

Racism has no place in our society

Children returning to school? Corona virus continues to cause chaos!

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