The Rt Hon Sir James Munby, the former president of the Family Division and of the Court of Protection, passed away on 01 January 2026, aged 77 years. His death marks the loss of an influential reformer in modern family justice. Sir James MunbyPhotos by Cambridge Law Faculty, licensed under CC… Continue reading
January 2024 There has been a longstanding call for greater transparency in the Family Court. Greater openness and public scrutiny enables an increase in the confidence in the Family Court and decisions made in family proceedings. Steps towards transparency. Since 2009 accredited reporters and more recently legal bloggers have been… Continue reading
Happy new year, we do hope you had a restful break. How did you spend your break, our lead Training Director, Shefali Shah, used this valuable time to read Lady’s Hale’s memoir of her life in law. The book starts with a motto chosen by Lady Hale on her appointment… Continue reading
