covent garden Family Law
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14-Thu-Jul-11
We have moved

We are very happy to announce that we have moved to our new premises at 17 Shorts Gardens London WC2H...
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21-Tue-Dec-10
New decision on surrogacy arrangements that have been made abroad.

CGFL advises many clients who are seeking to formalize in this country surrogacy arrangements made abroad.  A recent decision from...
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29-Mon-Nov-10
New government scheme to tackle domestic violence

The Government has announced that a new pilot scheme is to be introduced to tackle domestic violence., A budget of...
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09-Tue-Nov-10
Haema Sundram attended the Annual Forum of The IACP (International Academy of Collaborative Professionals) in Washington DC.

The theme of this year's Forum was Commitment, Competence and Community focusing on building on the great strides that the...
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29-Fri-Oct-10
Alison Burt is now listed in the top band of public law children’s solicitors in Chambers and Partners 2011

CGFL is pleased to announce that Alison Burt is now listed in the top band of public law children’s solicitors...
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18-Mon-Oct-10
The Supreme Court will rule on the enforcibility of Pre-Nuptial Agreements on 20th October

The Supreme Court has confirmed that its’ decision in the ancillary relief case of Radmacher v Granatino will be handed...
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29-Wed-Sep-10
Haema Sundram has co-authored an article on International Collaborative Research

An article on International Collaborative Research comparing the findings of research carried out by Resolution in the UK and the...
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22-Wed-Sep-10
Peter Jackson QC appointed as High Court Judge

CGFL lawyers are delighted to learn of the appointment of Peter Jackson QC as a High Court Judge. We...
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15-Wed-Sep-10
Law Society challenges LSC tendering process

CGFL succeeded in obtaining a contract with the LSC to continue to provide publicly funded services, but we are...
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08-Wed-Sep-10
LEGAL 500

CGFL are pleased to announce that they have been included in this years LEGAL 500. This is a directory of...
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23-Mon-Aug-10
Alison Burt appointed as Deputy District Judge

CGFL is delighted to announce that Alison Burt has been appointed as a part time judge, one of just...
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19-Thu-Aug-10
ONS figures on Civil Partnerships

Figures published by the Office for National Statistics this week shows that in 2009, 6281 same sex couples registered their...
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11-Wed-Aug-10
LEGAL AID CONTRACTS

CGFL are pleased to announce that they have been awarded a contract by The Legal Services Commission to continue with...
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20-Tue-Jul-10
Senior judge criticises growing trend of ‘divorce tourism’

Many of CGFL’s cases involve international issues and there is an increasing need to liaise with foreign lawyers to ensure...
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14-Wed-Jul-10
Law Commission announces new consultation on pre-nuptial agreements

Haema Sundram of CGFL has particular expertise in advising clients about pre-nuptial and pre-civil partnership agreements. At present however it is...
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08-Thu-Jul-10
The Irish Civil Partnership Bill

The Irish Civil Partnership Bill, which will extend rights similar to marriage to same sex couples, has pass through all...
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29-Tue-Jun-10
High Court Judge suggests caselaw on international relocation is ripe for review

Our specialist children lawyers are often asked to advise parents who are dealing with the possibility of children being moved...
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21-Mon-Jun-10
Special Guardianship Allowances

CGFL have issued proceedings in the High Court for a Judicial Review against a decision made by a local authority...
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14-Mon-Jun-10
"I’ve got parents who love me. It doesn’t matter if they’re a man or a woman"

CGFL advises many couples in same sex relationships who wish to create a family, whether by assisted conception or surrogacy....
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16-Fri-Apr-10
New parenthood provisions for same sex couples

Covent Garden Family Law are delighted to have advised two women who are registered as domestic partners in the State...
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Cohabitation & Divorce

Divorce happens. That can’t be changed but we hope that our advice can help to reduce the emotional and financial impact on you and your family. We will use a constructive, practical approach combined with good sense and realistic advice to find a lasting solution for you and your partner.
Children

We understand that all families are different but that any dispute involving children will be stressful for everyone involved. Our expert lawyers will focus on the needs of your children, and on finding a solution which works for you and your family.
Collaborative Family Law

  • Divorce, Dissolution & Separation
  • Financial Issues
  • Pre-Nuptial Agreements
  • Contact & Residence
  • Family Creation Arrangements
Collaborative practice is a client-focused approach which helps you reach a workable solution for you and your family without litigation. We help clients maintain negotiations at their own pace and maintain control of the outcome. Collaborative family law is a process that promotes openness and clarity in negotiations.
The information on this website is given by way of general information only and no liability is accepted for any reliance on it.
There is no substitute for detailed, accurate and comprehensive advice tailored to your particular situation.
We must stress to you the importance of taking professional advice.
If you feel that we can help you, please do contact us.
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New government scheme to tackle domestic violence
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