Child Arrangements
What Is Parental Responsibility and Who Has It?
Parental responsibility is a legal concept that determines who has the right to make decisions about a child's upbringing, including decisions about education, medical treatment, ...
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Employment Law
What Evidence Do I Need to Prove Workplace Discrimination?
Proving workplace discrimination at an employment tribunal is challenging but achievable with the right evidence. The ...
Family Law
What Is the Section 25 Exercise and How Does a Judge Decide Finances?
When a family court judge decides how to divide the finances in a divorce, they do not apply a fixed formula. Instead, ...
Employment Law
How to Prepare for Cross-Examination at an Employment Tribunal
Cross-examination is the stage of a tribunal hearing where the other side's representative asks you questions about ...
Property Law
What Is an Accelerated Possession Claim and When Should Landlords Use It?
The accelerated possession procedure is a faster, paperwork-based route to obtaining a possession order that does not ...
Direct Access
Can I Use a McKenzie Friend in the Family Court?
A McKenzie Friend is a person who assists a litigant in person in court proceedings. The name comes from a 1970 Court ...
Legal Guide
How Long Does an Employment Tribunal Take From Start to Finish?
Employment tribunal cases in England and Wales vary considerably in length depending on the type of claim and whether ...
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Hiring a barrister directly without a solicitorWhat is Direct Access and can I instruct a barrister without a solicitor?
Most people do not know they can hire a barrister directly. This guide explains what Direct Access is and when it makes sense to use it.
Barrister vs solicitor: what is the difference and when do you need each?
They are both qualified lawyers but they do different things. This guide breaks down the distinction in plain English.
How much does a barrister cost and how are fees calculated?
Pricing is the most common question we receive. This guide gives honest, indicative cost ranges by case type and hearing.