Jordan Publishing

This book aims to provide a comprehensive account of law and practice in England and Wales in relation to child protection law. It covers all stages of proceedings from initial protective measures (Police Protection, Emergency Protection Orders and Interim Care Orders) to final hearing and final orders, including Final Care Orders and Placement Orders (where adoption is the proposed outcome), and appeals.

In explaining non-court dispute resolution processes and in managing the mediation process carefully, mediators need awareness, empathy and a high level of knowledge and skills.

This revised edition includes a complete review of the legal principles and the s 25 Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 factors and how they apply in practice, and a full overview of the powers of the court to make orders on divorce or dissolution.

Designed and written by leading claimant lawyers, is a comprehensive and practical reference work dealing with every aspect of personal injury practice.