Making & Defending International Relocation Applications - Tips & Guidance for Family Lawyers

Introduction

Whether your client is seeking permission to relocate abroad with their children or contesting a proposed move, getting the application and supporting statement right is critical.

This virtual classroom seminar will explore the essential legal principles, procedures, and practical considerations involved in international relocation cases where a parent seeks to move abroad with a child.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive course will cover the following:

• A brief review of the statutory framework governing relocation decisions in England and Wales
• Practical insights into international issues, including the Hague Convention, enforcement of orders, and resolving disputes involving foreign jurisdictions
• A review of the essential and recent case law shaping this area of family law
• The critical factors in relocation cases, such as the child’s welfare, the impact on family ties, cultural integration, and the effect on contact with the non-relocating (‘left behind’) parent
• Step-by-step guidance on making or opposing a relocation application, covering drafting statements, gathering evidence, and presenting a compelling case in court

Recording of live sessions: Soon after the Learn Live session has taken place you will be able to go back and access the recording - should you wish to revisit the material discussed.