Russell-Cooke associate Jasmin Talai discusses a case where the Family Court made an unusual order which provided for siblings to be separated. This is the first instalment of our 'Spotlight on' series. russell-cooke.co.uk/insight/briefi…

It is really helpful that resolution are collating responses for this so please do complete their survey - details below! YResLondon #DisputeResolution

While we wait for no-fault divorce to come in next year, the case below is a reminder that if your divorce is based on unreasonable behaviour, you do need to have experienced the behaviour mentioned for the Court to be able to approve the petition. lawgazette.co.uk/news/court-dis…

Great to talk to ⁦Sarah Banks as part of her Taking Control Series & read all the fantastic posts shared this week to celebrate and support #NFAW. ⁦Fertility Network⁩ #YouAreNotAlone #talkfertility ivfpositivityplanner.com/blogs/ivf-supp…

Really useful talk on CMS from Andrzej Bojarski KC james pirrie Byron James and Oscar Smith - lots to think about with the possible direction of travel of child maintenance decisions

We are delighted to see Russell-Cooke senior associate Richard Shaw and associate Jade Quirke elected to Chair of the main Resolution and YRes committee, respectively. Congratulations and best of luck! russell-cooke.co.uk/insight/news/2…

On Tuesday, the #ECJ ruled that same-sex parents and their children should be recognised as a family in all EU member states. This is a landmark ruling, which embraces the diversity of families and underlines the rights of children of same-sex parents to #FreeMovement.

This is a really clear and useful summary by Lauren Rochford of how to deal with disagreements between parents about their child’s school

Great that we have expanded our mediation offering further

It’s finally the day that the #nofaultdivorce comes into force. Making the process more amicable for our clients is the perfect thing to celebrate in person with our colleagues for the first time in two years!

So great to see this landmark decision - such a positive outcome for the parties

Delighted that Russell-Cooke Family Team has been shortlisted for this award. I’m so grateful to be working with and learning from the wonderful lawyers in the team

What can co-owners do should they no longer wish to co-own a #property? In this article, associate Helena French advises co-owners on what to do if they find themselves in this difficult situation: 🏠russell-cooke.co.uk/insight/briefi…

We are delighted to have acted in the successful appeal Re B (bailii.org/ew/cases/EWCA/…) which reaffirmed the position on oral evidence and consent in Hague Convention proceedings, and addressed Article 13(b) defences. Lauren Rochford and Helena French acted for the appellant.

We are delighted to announce that the children law team has been shortlisted for the Children Law Team of the Year at the #FamilyLawAwards! 💪💪💪Wishing our brilliant team luck in the run-up to the awards in November. bit.ly/3KUoc2T #awards #childrenlawyers

James Sandiford and Sarah Richardson from our pre-eminent children team consider the evolution of modern families in The Times: thetimes.co.uk/article/law-an…

I’m delighted that my colleague James has been appointed a deputy; I can’t think of anyone more suited to the role!

Had a lovely time last night at Family Law Partners wreath making workshop with @MBfamilyteam. It was a great way to start December even if my wreath got some comments on the train!

It’s great to see the firm committing to responsible practices in so many areas - as part of RC’s environment group we are always looking for ways to be more sustainable and lessen our impact on the planet, and it’s important to think about our culture and impact across the firm

Getting settled into our new office today - I’m enjoying my new view