What is the legal age of consent?
What is the age of consent? And what are we advising teenagers? Most people would answer “16 for sexual intercourse.” Is this right? What about two…
Who cares? Sir James Munby does it seems. He is President of the High Court family division, who described the recent case involving a 5 year old boy who…
Pre-nups: not just for the rich and famous.
As news broke this morning of the engagement of media mogul Rupert Murdoch to actress-model Jerry Hall – you can’t help but wonder what their pre-nuptial agreement could look…
The morning after: what to do when caught drink driving
All of us have made bad decisions at one time or other, but when you’re facing a drink driving conviction you can bitterly regret choosing to get behind the…
Coercive and Controlling Behaviour – A New Criminal Offence
Abusive behaviour can start at a very young age and we are all too familiar with the playground chant of ‘sticks and…
Domestic Abuse doesn’t stop just because it’s Christmas
The Christmas period is meant to be a time of happiness and joy. However, sadly, for some it will be a time of living with intimidation, fear and violence….
Do I need a solicitor for a police interview?
YES Attending a police interview or being arrested can be extremely daunting. You may be in an unfamiliar environment and don’t know the law or…
The Right to Die when life has lost its sparkle – Court of Protection
The right to die has been considered by the Court of Protection in an unusual and startling case this week. A 50 year old woman who fears that the…
Are Local Authorities Misusing Section 20 of the Children Act?
There are few situations more stressful and upsetting than the local authority taking steps to remove your child or children from your care. To do this, the local authority…
Joint Enterprise – guilty by association?
This week, the Supreme Court, is considering the controversial issue of joint enterprise. Ameen…
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