News at Lawson West

Though the circumstances of most cases are not urgent; there are occasions where you may want the Court to make a decision about the welfare of your child urgently...

Landmark UK legal ruling defines who can legally call themselves 'Women'....ramifications for employers, trans people and those affected by gender transition...

A Prohibited Steps Order is a type of order under Section 8 of the Children Act 1989. It is used to prevent one parent or guardian from taking specific actions concerning a child without the consent of the court, or the other party...

Parents or legal guardians of a child or children may be unable to reach an agreement with regards to a particular aspect or issue relating to the upbringing of that child or children...

Following her nomination for 'Solicitor of the Year' in the 2025 Leicestershire Law Society Awards, Team Manager & Senior Associate Solicitor Sejal Patel has been shortlisted as a finalist in this category...

Parents, carers of children, or other family members, may be unable to agree arrangements for a child or children when relationships break down...

Navigating the complexities of child arrangement proceedings can be daunting for any parent. This guide aims to provide a clear and concise overview of the steps involved in starting child arrangement proceedings in...

Meeting with solicitors, negotiations and NCDR

Head of Employment Law, Kate Lea, shares her thoughts...