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Part 25 Applications in Children Proceedings
23 January 2024
Part 25 Applications in Children Proceedings are governed by Family Procedure Rules and its accompanying Practice Directions. The applications concern the appointment of an expert to adduce evidence required. Expert evidence will only be permitted in children proceedings if the court is of the opinion that the expert evidence is necessary to assist the court […]
Read moreCompulsory Mediation
15 January 2024
Mediation is a form of Alternative Dispute Resolution commonly used as a way of avoiding confrontational and expensive litigation. This step, although strongly recommended and highly valued by the family courts, it is not currently compulsory. However, under new government plans, mediation could become a mandatory step in separation for some family court cases. The […]
Read moreHard and Soft Loans – What’s the difference?
6 November 2023
When it comes to dealing with financial matters on divorce, we often come across the scenario where a family member has provided a sum of money to one or both parties in the marriage and there is a dispute about whether that family member should be paid back when considering a financial settlement. The starting […]
Read moreWe are recruiting for a Family Law Solicitor!
25 September 2023
Sadler Cross Family Law is a fast-growing modern family law practice with a strong focus on encouraging a non-confrontational and practical approach to divorce and family law matters. Due rapid growth we are looking for an experienced family lawyer who is dynamic and wanting to be part of a modern, family law niche practice. The […]
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