Lexis®PSL Family monthly highlights—December 2015

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December 2015 highlights from the Lexis®PSL Family team. This month’s highlights include a review of key developments in family law in 2015, the Supreme Court’s decision in Re J (A Child) (1996 Hague Convention) (Morocco), consideration of when it is proper for a judge to vary their decision, and the arguments in favour of no-fault divorce. We also look at a recent decision regarding the power of the court to make a final order in public children proceedings at an issues resolution hearing and consider the practice guidance issued by the President of the Family Division in relation to arbitration. In addition to links to analysis of other key decisions (as well as those of interest from other practice areas), we also detail recently updated and new content in Lexis®PSL Family.