Menopause in Family Law - Risks, Evidence & Practical Case Management

Introduction

Menopause is increasingly recognised as a significant factor affecting individuals both personally and professionally and family law is no exception. Are you fully equipped to identify the legal, evidential, and practical issues menopause may raise in your cases?

Over the past five years, awareness and understanding of menopause have evolved rapidly, alongside changing societal attitudes and workplace expectations. Family practitioners are increasingly encountering cases where menopause may impact behaviour, decision-making, financial needs, parenting arrangements, and allegations of domestic abuse.

With the legal landscape continuing to develop, family law practitioners must stay informed of emerging issues and adapt their approach to meet clients’ needs effectively. This includes considering hearing management, identifying when proactive measures are required, and ensuring that the best available evidence is obtained and presented.

Staying informed in this evolving area is essential to maintaining high standards of client care and robust case preparation.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• Appropriate terminology
• Symptoms, so that they can risk assess cases
• Menopause and divorce
• Consideration of menopause and domestic abuse; cause and effect
• Menopause and Private Children Law
• Menopause and Financial Remedy including Section 25 factors
• Evidential considerations in relation to the menopause
• Outcomes including considerations for periodical payments
• File management
• Client care
• Staying ahead of possible future developments

This pre-recorded webinar will be available to view from Friday 13th November 2026

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