Is It Time To Reform The UK’s Surrogacy Laws?
Valemus family law partner Joanna Abrahams looks closely at the options (or lack thereof) available to those in the UK who turn to surrogacy…
Category: Family Law
Lawyer Comments On The Introduction Of No-Fault Divorce
On April 6, the need for divorcing couples to place blame on one of themselves will end as no-fault divorce comes into effect for…
AB 218 Significantly Extends the Statute of Limitations Period for Claims of Childhood Sexual Assault
We examine the new changes brought in by AB 218 and what it means for survivors of childhood sexual abuse
Legal Awards 2021: Interview with Michelle Woodworth
We hear from Lawyer Monthly's Family and Matrimonial Practice Lawyer of the Year.
How To Insure An Unoccupied Property Following A Death
Flora Nelmes, Associate at Hunters Law, explains the steps involved in insuring an unoccupied property following a death. If you are an executor handling…
Do I Need A Trust Attorney?
You can rely on the service of a trust attorney if you want to leave your possessions or estate to your loved ones, and…
What Is The Role Of A Will Lawyer?
To cope with all the concerns described above, many families engage a probate attorney. Yet, a will lawyer may have been appointed to the…
Preventing Underage Marriages In The UK
On 19 November 2021 the Marriage and Civil Partnership (Minimum Age) Bill passed its second reading in the House of Commons, marking further progress…
8 Reasons Why It’s Better To Write A Will Sooner Rather Than Later
If you have been delaying writing a will, it is better not to delay it further. Writing a will is an important task, and…
Lodders Expands Its Family Law Offering
Lodders’ family team has been routinely recognised as Band 1 in Chambers & Partners and Tier 1 by the Legal 500 for its expertise…