Kate Brunner KC appointed to the High Court Bench
Albion Chambers are immensely proud to confirm the appointment of Kate Brunner KC to the High Court Bench. Kate will
Chambers and Partners Rankings 2026
In the 2026 Chambers and Partners rankings publication, Albion Chambers and its members received 23 rankings in total, 7 of which were
Legal 500 2026 Rankings
In the 2026 Legal 500 rankings, Albion Chambers and its members received 37 rankings. Of these rankings, 12 were Tier 1. As
Public Children Seminar 2025
It was great to welcome almost 100 delegates to our annual Public Children Seminar on Friday. Our speakers, both internal
Post-Placement Contact Under the Adoption and Children Act 2002: Evolving Guidance and Statutory Framework
Introduction The issue of post-placement contact in adoption proceedings has traditionally been approached with caution by the courts. One central
The Family Justice Council guidance on covert recordings in Family Law proceedings concerning children
It has become increasingly common in family proceedings involving children for a party to seek to produce a covert/secret recording,
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M (A Child: Intermediaries) [2025] EWCA Civ 440
The Court of Appeal provided important guidance on the use of intermediaries following a mother’s successful appeal against a decision
Re M (A Child) (Placement Order) 2025 EWCA Civ 214
This case is a great reminder of the need to scrutinise how realistic proposed kinship placements are, even in circumstances
“Post-adoption contact: setting the template.”
1. A crumb of comfort for a parent facing a care plan for adoption is a recommendation for direct contact
Mini Pupillage Application Window
Our Mini-Pupillage application window is now open until Friday 28th February. For more information on how to apply and what
Ruling out parents before the final hearing? Issues to consider:
Re O (Care Proceedings) [2024] EWCA Civ 696, Baker LJ: In the case of Re O (Care Proceedings) [2024] EWCA Civ
LFJB DA Advisory Group Court Guide
Joanna Lucas contributes to the drafting of the 'Guide to Family Court Proceedings for those who have experienced domestic abuse',