Rise in global family disputes
A new report has revealed a dramatic rise in cross-border family legal disputes referred to a UK judge who offers global assistance in such cases.
Rise is due to increase in cases and greater awareness
The latest report from the Office of the Head of International Family Justice for England and Wales has found a steep increase in the number of cross-border disputes between parents over child custody.
Edward Bennett, a lawyer at the Office, said the rise was down to two factors:
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