Family
Hair testing in children: scientific precision in safeguarding
Marie Law, Director of Toxicology at AlphaBiolabs, discusses the role of hair drug and alcohol testing in children, and the forensic standards underpinning its use in family law. In care proceedings and private family law cases, toxicology evidence can play a pivotal role in safeguarding decisions. When concerns arise around a child’s potential exposure to […]
Obtaining spousal maintenance: why expert solicitors are essential
Spousal maintenance, often referred to as alimony, is a financial support mechanism that is awarded to a spouse or civil partner following a divorce or dissolution of a civil partnership. The primary aim is to provide financial relief to the spouse who may be financially disadvantaged as a result of the separation. While these cases […]
Legal guidance you can trust: the role of family law solicitors in family disputes
Family law solicitors play a crucial role in guiding individuals through some of the most challenging periods of their lives. Whether you’re facing divorce, child custody battles, or other familial disputes, the expertise of a family law solicitor becomes invaluable. In these emotionally charged situations, having a professional to navigate the legal complexities can provide […]
How to prepare for a divorce: a divorce preparation checklist
The divorce process in Ireland is still relatively shrouded in mystery to people who are not involved in the legal process. To the regular person, their understanding of divorce normally comes from Tv and movies which unsurprisingly doesn’t create an accurate picture. To lawyers, the process appears far more mundane most of the time. Bar […]
What are the benefits and challenges of harnessing AI in family law?
In the ever-evolving landscape of family law, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) brings forth a number of possibilities, as well as some challenges. As divorce solicitors in Ipswich and legal professionals alike navigate new technological innovations, one area of growing significance is the harnessing of AI. This article delves into the benefits and challenges […]
6 reasons you may need the help of a child law solicitor
If you have recently separated or divorced, then issues relating to your children may be some of the most difficult to deal with. While it is encouraged by both parties to, where possible, come to an agreement regarding their children between themselves, this does not always happen. Even if you do manage to establish a […]
Prenatal paternity testing: when is it useful in family court?
Casey Randall, Head of DNA at AlphaBiolabs, discusses the benefits of prenatal paternity testing for legal proceedings, including when family law professionals might instruct this test, and how it’s performed at the DNA laboratory. A non-invasive prenatal paternity (NIPP) test is the safest option for anyone looking to establish paternity before a baby is born […]
Divorce for men
Here at Breakthrough Family Law, we understand divorce can be a treacherous affair for men. Our family solicitors continue to provide tailored services, with men’s divorce, child custody and fathers rights being the focus. In order to provide you with some general knowledge, we have put together the most popular questions we get asked by our […]
No-fault divorce will serve as a lifeline to women trapped in abusive marriages
The biggest change to divorce laws in the past 50 years will take place on 6 April 2022. From this date, married and civil partnership couples can obtain a divorce without having to “blame the other”, under the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 – commonly referred to as no-fault divorce. No-fault divorce has been […]
How the upcoming no fault divorce law will change lawyer workloads
It’s a sad fact that not every marriage is destined to last in fact, the divorce rate in the UK stands at around 42 per cent. Although divorce hasn’t always been something that society accepts, thankfully, things have moved on since then, with legislation being regularly updated. So, what’s one thing that every family law […]
