Court of Appeal Criticises Family Court for Prejudged Child Care Ruling

The Court of Appeal has allowed an appeal after a family judge was found to have prematurely decided a child care case. The matter will now be reheard to ensure fairness for all parties involved.

Coram Chambers Leads Public Law Update at 34th Association of Lawyers for Children (ALC) Conference

Coram Chambers proudly sponsored and led the Public Law Update session at the ALC’s 34th Annual Conference. Alison Easton KC delivered a comprehensive review of current public law issues, supporting the ongoing learning and collaboration of children law professionals.

Special contributions: ‘Genius’, guesswork and gender discrimination

In an article for the Financial Remedies Journal, Coram Chambers barrister Cason Yong critiques the doctrine of ‘special contributions’ in financial remedy law, arguing it is both discriminatory and uncertain. He calls for its removal from future financial remedy proceedings. Read the full article to explore this important issue.

Sibling contact at heart of care and placement orders for Child U

Katherine Duncan, barrister at Coram Chambers, is featured in a Milton Keynes Family Court judgment granting care and placement orders and a s.26 contact order for child U. The ruling highlights the importance of sibling contact in placement proceedings. Read our summary and download the full judgment.

Coram Chambers Barristers Support Dads House Pro-Bono Week Family Law Clinic

Coram Chambers barristers supported Dads House during Pro-Bono Week, providing key advice at the Family Law Clinic and taking part in a panel on domestic abuse. Learn how the team championed access to justice for families.

Inaugural Adoption Forum Conference Unites Voices for Change at Coram Chambers

Coram Chambers hosted the first Adoption Forum conference, bringing together birth and adoptive parents, legal professionals, and adoption experts. Lively panel talks, practical workshops, and full attendance set a new standard for adoption dialogue.

Court of Appeal to Decide on Legal Definition of ‘Father’ Under Children Act 1989

The Court of Appeal will soon decide who can be recognised as a ‘father’ under the Children Act 1989. Coram Chambers barristers are leading arguments in this significant case, which is being livestreamed for public viewing.

Alex Laing Wins Top Honour at Family Law Awards 2025

Alex Laing of Coram Chambers has been named Family Law Junior of the Year at the LexisNexis Family Law Awards 2025, following his recent Legal 500 Bar Awards win. Read more about his outstanding achievements.

‘What happens at FDR stays at FDR’: The question of reporting the events of a private financial dispute resolution appointment

This article examines whether confidentiality at FDRs applies equally to both private and court-based appointments, and calls for clearer judicial guidance on the “without prejudice” rule.