Articles in ‘Family’ Category

Keeley Lengthorn, Partner acted on behalf of the mother in the recently published case of Cardiff and Vale University Local Health Board v SR & Ors [2026] EWHC 348 (Fam). These proceedings concerned the…

Keeley Lengthorn, partner and head of Public Law Children at RWK Goodman as well as the National Childcare Council representative for the Law Society represented the mother in the recently handed down judgment of…

We acted on behalf of the father in the published case of Z (Abduction: Re-hearing After Set Aside), Re Neutral Citation Number [2025] EWHC 3564 (Fam) in international child abduction proceedings pursuant to the…

We acted on behalf of the Applicant Mother in High Court proceedings seeking the return of her child to England and Wales in a complex non-Hague international child abduction case involving allegations of domestic…

This article answers some of the most common questions parents ask about, child abduction, consent, and court orders. If you are unfamiliar with the legal terminology used in these cases, you may also find…

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…