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Depp vs Heard And Other High Profile Defamation Trials

7th June 2022
On Wednesday, June 1, American actor Johnny Depp won his defamation trial against his former wife Amber Heard, with Heard also losing the majority of her countersuit. Watched by millions, the televised court battle is one of the most famous defamation cases of all time, with the hashtag #justiceforjohnnydepp receiving around 19 billion views on […]
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Nurturing Elder Law Practices in 2022

31st May 2022
As evinced in the other elder law articles recently featured on the Lawyer Monthly site, elder law is a flourishing sector of law in the US and internationally.
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Is It Time To Reform The UK's Surrogacy Laws?

17th May 2022
Valemus family law partner Joanna Abrahams looks closely at the options (or lack thereof) available to those in the UK who turn to surrogacy as a route to having a baby.  The ongoing war in Ukraine has trapped surrogates and babies in a conflict zone. It has also shone a very bright light on the […]
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Why Johnny Depp And Amber Heard Would Have A Much Easier Time If They Were Divorcing In England Now

6th May 2022
We’ve all been gripped, or should I say morbidly fascinated with, the most recent Depp and Heard trial in the United States.  Depp is suing Heard for $50 million further to the article she wrote claiming to be “a public figure representing domestic abuse”, which Depp says cost him his career and his lucrative role […]
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How Does Domestic Violence Affect Divorce Proceedings?

29th April 2022
Though the issue of domestic violence continues to grow more visible, the practical steps necessary to overcome the threat it poses remain difficult.
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Divorcing Your Business Partner? Everything You Need To Know

12th April 2022
Amy Wilson Weymouth, Associate in the family team at Gardner Leader, explains everything you need to know about divorcing your business partner.  Setting up a business with your spouse can be an exciting and thrilling time. The possibilities are endless as you look to the future and work together to achieve your business dream. Often […]
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Lawyer Comments On The Introduction Of No-Fault Divorce

6th April 2022
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 England and Wales after years of campaigning by family lawyers. They argue that the removal of blame from the divorce process will help more people to rebuild their lives and protect […]
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A Guide to International Child Relocation

31st March 2022
Few aspects of family law are more prone to difficulties than the process of a parent relocating abroad with their child.
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AB 218 Significantly Extends the Statute of Limitations Period for Claims of Childhood Sexual Assault

18th March 2022
We examine the new changes brought in by AB 218 and what it means for survivors of childhood sexual abuse
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When Is The Right Time To Create An Estate Plan?

7th March 2022
It can be challenging to think about your death when you’re busy living your life to the fullest. You may not ever want to think of a time when you’re not around to enjoy what you have now, but creating an estate plan can be crucial for ensuring your assets are distributed to the right […]
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