Legislation

In a recent case in the family court, the ‘millionaire’s defence’ was considered in the midst of proceedings relating to child maintenance between unmarried partners. The term describes circumstances in which a party is so exceptionally wealthy that they can argue the claim can be[...]

Navigating the Legal Landscape of Covert Recordings in Family Proceedings in England and Wales In an age where technology allows anyone with a mobile device to covertly record conversations, the use of such recordings in family proceedings is a growing concern in England and Wales. While the law permits[...]

Emma Watson has grown up in the public eye, after starring in the Harry Potter films as Hermione Granger. This has meant that paparazzi have always been keen to follow her, but her 18th birthday party was a particular draw. As she left her party, surrounded by her equally famous co-stars, photographers[...]

Family court reporting to be allowed for the first time Until now, reporters have been able to observe hearings, but only report what was specifically allowed by a judge. From the end of January 2023, journalists in Leeds, Cardiff, and Carlisle will be able to report on what they see and hear during[...]

In recent weeks, we have started to see a rarity in court become a daily occurrence. McKenzie Picave, as a small legal support practice has had 3 hearings adjourned in the last 10 days because…. There is no judge or magistrate available to take the hearing. Now, if we have had 3 hearings adjourned,[...]

Non-Molestation / Occupation Order – The order is used to prevent threats, harassment, and violence. The victim applying is the applicant and the accused is the respondent. This order protects the victim and relevant children from being molested by the respondent. What are examples of molestation?[...]

Divorcing couples will no longer need to blame each other for the breakdown in their relationship. New laws scheduled to come into force during the first half of 2022 will remove blame and fault from the process. Current divorce law requires people seeking divorce to give evidence of 1 or more of[...]

What does it mean? The Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) are designed to promote the pursuit of justice in a timely and cost efficient way. Civil litigation has undergone significant restructuring over the last 20 years and the drive for change and efficiency continues. The court system is looking to streamline[...]

What does it mean? The Civil Procedure Rules are designed to promote justice for all. The foundation stone of those rules is referred to as the ‘overriding objective’. This objective decrees that all cases are conducted justly, fairly and in a time efficient and proportionate manner. All cases[...]