Family and children

Guidance and resources on family and children law issues, including relationship breakdown and children in the context of divorce or separation, plus children in public law and cross-border disputes.
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Legal aid and family law

Legal aid should be available for early legal advice, alleged perpetrators and victims of domestic abuse, special guardianship orders and finance cases.

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Legal aid means test review: understand the changes

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Sarah is a south Asian woman. She is wearing a pink suit and a black watch, she has her arms crossed. She has a neutral expression.

“I couldn’t see career progression, so I made my own opportunities”

Meet Sarah Khan-Bashir. Growing up, a career in law wasn’t on her radar, and the early years of her career were marked by…

07 Aug 2023

“I do the job to get justice for the most vulnerable in society”

Kevin McManamon tells us about his “drive to make a difference” and why he dances on his desk to celebrate successes.

11 Nov 2024

Life as a private practice family law solicitor

Hannah qualified as a solicitor in 2022 after completing her training contract. Now she works as a family law solicitor for a private practice firm in Cardiff. Find out what she does day to day, her legal journey so far, and what she plans to do next.

01 Nov 2024

Unseen burdens: managing vicarious trauma in legal practice

Solicitors working with trauma victims often face vicarious trauma. Three legal professionals share their experiences and practical steps for managing vicarious trauma.

10 Oct 2024

Legal representation out of reach for many survivors of domestic abuse

Survivors of domestic abuse continue to be robbed of access to justice, as growing numbers are forced to represent themselves in court.

27 Sep 2024

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