Knowledge and resources

The object of all dispute resolution is to clarify facts and narrow issues. The use of experts may be considered in child-related situations, including proceedings. Those involved in assisting parties, including the court, may be helped by an expert’s findings in relation to injuries or medical complaints, psychological problems including attachments, or even how children have reacted in a supervised contact centre.

Effects on parental conflict resolution, legal professionals, and children's outcomes 

Teams help clients find the legal and emotional tools to navigate separation with clarity and confidence

Supporting and encouraging families to put the best interests of any children first is a central aspect of the Resolution Code. A key element of this should be to ensure that children’s voices are heard in appropriate cases through child inclusive mediation. But how does this actually work?

This guidance refers to proceeding with any court order that involves children. For example this can include who the child is going to live with, resolving disagreements such as which school the child will go to, emergency orders etc.

I believe the culture of parental contact has gone too far, and by urging courts to grant it, we as practitioners are in many cases risking the safety of children and the other parent

A call to action on the needs of children caught in the crossfire when their parents separate

Exploring out of court dispute resolution and how this can enhance your practice

Supporting parents to separate better

Our Parenting After Parting Committee sat down with Sir James Munby to bring you a special two-part podcast.

Parenting Plans help clarify important details of life post-separation – but can also help the parents establish their new relationship

This booklet, available to purchase in print or download as a PDF, is designed to be a useful resource giving tips, support, information, signposting and help to parents embarking on or already separated

YRes CONFERENCE 2022: This workshop shared experiences and top tips from representatives of the Family Justice Young People’s Board, and looked at how the Family Lawyers’ Charter encourages practitioners to work collaboratively and in a joined-up way