Domestic Abuse in Family Matters - Law, Practice & Key Updates

Introduction

This virtual classroom seminar is designed for family lawyers and will cover some of the leading developments in the law and practice surrounding domestic abuse, so as to keep you abreast of changes and developments.

It will cover some of the key principles and also the changes brought about by the President of the Family Division of the High Court’s Guidance in relation to non-molestation orders in particular.

What You Will Learn

This live and interactive course will cover the following:

• Family Law Act 1996 and Orders available
• Domestic Abuse Act 2021 - Key principles for the family practitioner
• Domestic Abuse Protection Notices and Orders - The current position
• Practice Direction 12J and domestic abuse
• Consideration of the President of the Family Divisions Guidance 2026: Non-Molestation Orders under the Family Law Act 1996 - January 2026
• Updated template for a Non-Molestation Order
• Response to a Non-Molestation Order form
• Family Justice Council Best Practice Guidance for practitioners on making an application for a Protective Injunction under the Family Law Act 1996
• Model witness statement
• Criminal and civil steps for enforcement
• Use of Undertakings and their limitations

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.