Every parent faces that moment when their teenager declares they’re “old enough to decide for themselves.” Whether it’s refusing to see the other parent after divorce, making medical decisions, or choosing where to live, understanding Gillick competence becomes crucial for protecting your family’s interests while respecting your child’s growing autonomy. The landmark 1985 Gillick v […]

Neurodiversity in the family justice system requires specialized understanding.  Your neurodivergent needs matter. At Kabir Family Law, our specialist family lawyers create supportive environments where you can navigate family proceedings without additional barriers. Imagine walking into a courtroom where your autism, ADHD, dyslexia, or other neurodivergent condition is understood and accommodated – not viewed as […]

Alcohol testing in family law cases can be overwhelming when relationships end and children are involved, especially when the situation becomes complicated with court proceedings. Relationships ending is painful enough, but when children are involved and family court alcohol issues emerge, the situation can quickly become overwhelming. Many parents find themselves navigating unfamiliar territory, facing […]

Living in constant fear because someone won’t leave you alone transforms everyday life into a nightmare. Stalking legal help becomes essential when unwanted attention escalates beyond occasional discomfort into persistent harassment that disrupts your safety and wellbeing. Whether you’re dealing with an ex-partner who refuses to accept your relationship has ended, a stranger who’s developed […]

The Parents Promise offers a powerful solution – a framework that puts children’s wellbeing at the heart of separation decisions. Every parent wishes they could shield their children from life’s difficulties. When relationships break down, children often find themselves caught in the emotional crossfire, experiencing anxiety, confusion, and fear about their future. At Kabir Family […]

When you discover your spouse has been unfaithful, the world seems to stop. Beyond the emotional devastation, pressing questions emerge: Will this betrayal influence your divorce proceedings? Can it affect financial settlements? How might it impact arrangements for your children? As one client told us, “I felt like I was living in two realities—dealing with […]

Dealing with bonus in divorce situations can turn what should be a moment of celebration into a time of anxiety and concern. After all, you’ve worked countless late nights, attended weekend meetings, and pushed yourself beyond normal expectations to earn that bonus. But if you’re facing divorce, the question becomes: “Will I lose my hard-earned […]

Deciding where a child should live after separation or divorce creates profound challenges for families. The question of what age can a child choose which parent to live with is one of the most frequent inquiries we receive. At  Kabir Family Law, our child custody lawyers guide parents through these difficult decisions daily, with one […]

Court rules mothers drug test results could be due to contamination We often hear about cases in which drug and alcohol abuse are known to affect the welfare and wellbeing of children. Drug tests are a routine part of these cases. In such cases parents abusing such substances are usually denied custody or contact with […]

For many people around the world the beginning of the new decade with the year 2020 has been a year of turbulence, disruption, grief, sadness and uncertainty. COVID-19 has placed the world on hold and in lockdown. As well as adults children have also suffered at the hands of the virus as it has resulted […]