4PB Proud Sponsors of IAFL
4PB are proud sponsors of the conference organised by International Academy of Family Lawyers.
The conference taking place in Ibiza, titled ‘Introduction to European Family Law’ is taking,
place over 13-14th October.
To read more about the conference click here.
Nicola Wallace keynote speak at University College, Cork, Ireland.
Nicola Wallace is keynote speaker at an evening CPD event at University College Cork, Ireland
On 13th October 2022, the CPD event centres on ADR practices and Nicola’s presentation is entitled: “I hear what you say, but what are you telling me? Understanding the language of disputes and using it to maximum advantage in Mediation.”
Ruth Kirby comments in the Law Society Gazette on mediation.
Alongside other preeminent colleagues Ruth Kirby KC comments in the Law Society Gazette, on whether mediation can help clear the backlog in family courts.
To read the article in full click here.
Mani writes for the New Law Journal on ‘Holiday Abductions’.
In a two part series Mani Singh Basi looks at how should a left behind parent proceed when their child is wrongfully retained abroad and the benefits and limitations of the Hague Convention in child abduction cases.
Shortlisted Bar Pro Bono Junior Barrister of the Year – Jo Porter and Jo Brown.
We are delighted and proud both Jo Porter and Jo Brown have been shortlisted for the Advocate Bar Pro Bono Junior Barrister of the Year.
The awards are an opportunity to highlight the incredible pro bono achievements of the Bar and celebrate our #AccessToJustice champions and unsung #ProBonoHeroes.
The winners will be announced on 2nd November at Middle Temple Hall. To see a full list of all nominations across categories click here.
Good luck to all of the nominees and congratulations on the amazing ProBono work you do for Advocate. #WeDoProBono
Barbara Mills KC standing for Bar Council elections.
The Bar Council the governing body of the Bar in England and Wales, represented by a membership of 115 barristers has elections open for voting from today for all barristers to cast their votes. The representatives consider and implement general policy with regard to all matters affecting the Bar, and they also represent and support barristers and the Bar.
Our very own Barbara Mills KC is standing for election in the Self-employed King’s Counsel category.
Please show your support for Barbara by casting your vote via MyBar here