Mills & Reeve | Family and children的动态

Once it has been agreed that the children application can be issued and the court issues the application, they will undertake a series of actions. Peter Marshall, partner in our Family Children team, explains ?? https://lnkd.in/eQAu8ihN #FamilyLaw #CourtProcess #FamilyLawyer

Have you been involved in a "closed" hearing in the Court of Protection - i.e one where a party (usually a family member) is excluded by judge's orders, often without even being told that the hearing is even taking place? If you'd be willing to talk with me about the challenges of closed hearing (anonymity etc respected) please get in touch. I'd like to update observations on practice since the Guidance was issued. Does it work? Are you confident justice is being done? #openjustice #closedhearings #fairtrial

For this week's FAQ Friday, we share an important update from the Court. Alameda County Court has changed the way that Court Transcripts are requested. Read this week's edition of The Advance Sheet, for the updated information: https://lnkd.in/gGE5eRRP #lawlibrary #oakland #alamedacounty #publiclibrary #publiclawlibrary #courttranscripts #alamedacountycourt

Section 91(14) of the Children Act 1989 allows the Family Court to make an order barring individuals from making further specified applications under the Children Act 1989 without permission of the court. Laura Stocks, Senior Associate in our Family team reviews: ? What does the Section 91(14) of the Children Act 1989 mean? ? How does the court decide whether to make a s91(14) order?? ? How might it help individuals? ? What happens if an order is made and you need to go back to court? Find out more - https://lnkd.in/ePr4aBD2 #WeAreWrightHassall #FamilyLaw #FamilySolicitors #FamilyLawyer #ChildrenAct1989

Getting changes made to a court order can be challenging, especially when both parties might have different opinions. If you and the other party can reach an agreement to modify the order without court involvement, that can simplify the process. However, if there's any resistance, you may need to seek court intervention. Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gDg-TYaX #FamilyLaw #CourtOrder #ChildSupport #ChildCustody #ArkansasLaw

???? Supreme Court's recent ruling unveils the legal significance of dying declarations in criminal cases! ????? Justices B.R. Gavai and Sandeep Mehta affirm the conviction solely based on the victim's dying declaration, highlighting its trustworthiness and admissibility. ???? The decision underscores the court's scrutiny of the declaration's coherence and the deceased's mental state at the time, setting a precedent for standalone evidence in criminal trials. ???? As the legal landscape evolves, this judgment reiterates the importance of ensuring fair evaluation and credibility of dying declarations. ?????? Let's stay informed about legal nuances shaping our justice system! #LegalInsights #SupremeCourtVerdict #DyingDeclaration #CriminalLaw ????

Whilst it is always preferable that parties or parents can agree the arrangements for their children upon a separation, this is not always possible without assistance and guidance. If parties or parents cannot agree, the Court can be asked to resolve the dispute. Continue reading to find out how this applies in Scottish courts. ?? https://lnkd.in/eQtMZNsk #familylaw #childlaw #scottishlaw

#MandatoryMinimums sentences restrict court flexibility, mandating judges to impose a minimum sentence regardless of the case's nuances. This rigid approach often clashes with victims' and communities' desires, leading to costly consequences. It's #BadPolicy. Want to learn more? Watch our full video on YouTube and visit the #DCJustice Library to understand the impact of mandatory minimum sentences.

Learn more about the ineffectiveness of mandatory minimums and how they harm everyone but the prosecutors.

CJI DY Chandrachud responds to court vacation debate, judicial activism, faith in courts and more. CJI Chandrachud noted that even staggered leaves by judges may not be a solution to tackle the court vacation debate as they would cut into the break that lawyers deserve. Read the full response here: https://lnkd.in/dMiMdYXA #judicialactivism #CourtVacation #CJIDYChandrachud #Barandbench