Tim, who joins the firm from Broadfield, where he led the firm’s Immigration Team, brings significant immigration expertise, having previously served as a Presenting Officer with the Home Office, where he represented the UK government in immigration, asylum, deportation and
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More about Wedlake Bell secures new rankings and promotions in Legal 500 UK 2027The article explores new information obtained through a Freedom of Information request, which suggests that the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) is maintaining a robust approach when assessing applications for ivory exemption certificates. Tim and Matthew, who have advised
More about Head of Art & Luxury and Associate Barrister Quoted in Antiques Trade Gazette on Ivory Act ExemptionsThe figures show that divorce numbers have remained broadly stable in recent years, while the average length of marriages ending in divorce has increased. Commenting on the findings, Alex highlighted that wider changes in family life are of greater significance
More about Alex Davies quoted in eprivateclient, Solicitors Journal and Today’s Family Lawyer on latest ONS divorce statisticsThe article explores how the judgment provides important clarification on the role of a child’s voice in Hague Convention cases, while reaffirming that courts remain responsible for determining the outcome based on all of the evidence before them. Alex commented
More about Head of Family Alex Davies quoted in The Times on Supreme Court ruling in parental abduction casesThe symposium brought together experts from the UK and Ukraine to discuss the impact of conflict on cultural institutions, the displacement of cultural property and ongoing efforts to preserve cultural heritage. During the discussion, Caecilia explored the role of law
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