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Awareness Week 2023
Our annual Awareness Week will take place on 27 November – 1 December. This year, to celebrate our 40th Anniversary, we’ll be using Awareness Week to launch our Vision for Family Justice.
Vision for Family Justice
To mark our 40 year anniversary, we have published our ‘Vision for Family Justice’ setting out where and how changes need to be made to address the current issues facing the family justice system.
Read moreWhat are your options?
Divorcing in a court is not the only option - there are a number of other ways that you and your ex can resolve your issues such as mediation, arbitration or collaborative practice.
Alternatives to courtParenting Through Separation
Deciding how and when to tell your children about the split is worrying. Find tips on talking and listening to your children as well as how others can support you during this time.
Supporting your childrenGuidance for litigants in person on remote hearings in the Family Court
With the advent of the global pandemic hearings in the Family Court are increasingly being held remotely by telephone or on video conferencing software. This guide is designed to help you through the process and includes helpful information on how to prepare for the hearing, how to join a hearing and what to do during the hearing.
Guidance for litigants in person on remote hearings in the Family Court
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Legal Aid Newsletter | November 2023
Welcome to your November 2023 edition of the Legal Aid newsletter from Resolution.
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Guidance Notes
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Guidance Note on Modern Families
The family is not just heteronormative (straight) couples who have their own children; it likely never was. The prevalence of 'alternative' or 'modern' families is more mainstream and accounts for more than 5% of the population. There will be locations in the UK, eg Brighton, Manchester and London where that percentage is much higher. This Guidance Note is a resource for members to help increase the understanding around language and culture but you are encouraged to do your own research.
Read this guidance on the modern family