This briefing note accompanies the launch on 22 February, 2012 of a family law arbitration scheme in England and Wales, of which David Hodson was one of the founders and in the first group of qualified arbitrators. The briefing note looks at the background to the scheme, the many benefits of arbitration and information about the arbitration procedure.

Lucy Loizou and Denise Carter OBE discuss alternative methods of resolving family disputes without the need of going to Court

There are many different ways to resolve cases without the need to go to court. Here is our iGuide in relation to out of court settlements.

David Hodson speaks on the concept of residence in English law, as it is the primary basis for jurisdiction. There have been recent case law developments bringing England closer into alignment with the European family law.

Collaborative law offers a way of resolving cases without going to a final court hearing. Here's IFLG's explanation of the process...