Articles in ‘Opinion’ Category

International child relocation arises when one parent wishes to move their child to live in a different country, triggering a range of practical and legal considerations. Relocation can also occur within England and Wales, although these internal moves are typically subject to…

Navigating international adoption can feel complex, but understanding how the 1993 Hague Convention works is key to ensuring a smoother and legally secure process. This blog breaks down what a Convention Adoption is, who…

Neurodiversity Celebration Week is a worldwide initiative that takes place from March 16 2026 to March 20 2026 to recognize, raise awareness and celebrate the neurodiverse community. It is estimated that around 15–20% of…

The Corbett Le Quesne Jersey International Family and Child Law Conference is an annual event for UK and international practitioners. The March 2026 conference focused on Modern Families, including surrogacy, adoption, and LGBTQ+ family…

International adoption, also known as intercountry adoption, is the legal process by which an individual or a couple adopt a child from a country other than their own and bring the child to live permanently in their home country. This…

A newly released judgment from the Supreme Court widens the scope of holiday pay claims for workers and employees. Up until this decision the time limit for employees or workers to bring claims for…

The acquisition for former Wilko stores by budget brands Poundland and B & M didn’t include the purchase of the Wilco brand.  It seems neither are interested in the Wilko intellectual property.  The intention,…