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📢 Lord Justice Peter Jackson’s keynote speech, “Four inspiring women and one idea whose time has come,” delivered at the ALC Conference 2024, highlights remarkable contributions to family law.
Read it here:
https://t.co/sh5Ub98hnr
Congratulations to all the winners at last night’s @LexisNexisUK Family Law Awards! 🏆 Huge thanks to our outgoing Co-Chairs Sharon Segal KC & @SomiaSiddiq for judging. Well done to all shortlisted—your work showcases the talent & dedication in family law! #familylawawards
🌟 #Conference2024 was incredible! From engaging workshops to a powerful keynote by Lord Justice Jackson, every moment was unforgettable. Huge thanks to our speakers, attendees, and supporters for making it a success! 👏 #ALCCON24
What a brilliant day yesterday with friends and colleagues and a wonderful Gala dinner. Stay tuned for the final figure raised for our chosen charity @ComfortCases with thanks to our social media sponsor @42BR_Barristers#ALCCON24
We are delighted to sponsor the Private Law Update and the Public Law Update at the Association of Lawyers for Children (@Tweets_ALC).
Tomorrow, Nkumbe Ekaney KC and Lucy Bennett will be presenting a workshop on the topic 'FGM and the Family Court'.
We look forward to seeing many members of the family law community at the conference.
🔔 COUNTDOWN TO CONFERENCE! 🔔
Up next: Burns, Bites, and Bruises with Dr. Joanne Gifford, Designated Doctor for Child Safeguarding. Don’t miss this essential session! #ALCCON24
⏳ FINAL FEW DAYS BEFORE #ALCCON24! ⏳
We're almost there! Get ready for insightful sessions, expert panels, and key updates. Looking forward to seeing everyone soon!
#ALCCON24#familylaw
🔔 COUNTDOWN TO CONFERENCE! 🔔
Up next in our countdown is the first of our popular Legal Updates! This year, Edward Lamb KC of @DekaChambers will deliver the Private Law Update, covering essential cases and insights for practitioners. Always a highlight at #ALCCON24!
The Family Justice Council will hold its 17th Annual Debate and panel discussion on Thursday 5 December 2024, from 5-7pm. The motion for this year’s debate is: ‘Has the time come to widen the scope of legal parentage?’.
Find out more and register: https://t.co/g11PQ87Btx
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Next up: Panel Discussion on Contact in Adoption with Kate Hughes KC, Prof. Julie Selwyn CBE, and chaired by The Hon. Mrs Justice Judd DBE. Timely insights following the recent best practice report by the Public Law Working Group. #ALCCon24
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Up next in our #ALCCON24 preview: Minoritised Children in Care Proceedings with Professor Cheruvallil-Contractor from the Centre for Trust, Peace and Social Relations at Coventry University.
#CareProceedings#Inclusion#ALCCON24
Countdown to #ALCCon24! 🔔
Up next in our program preview: "Babies in Care Proceedings: What Do We Know About Parents with Learning Disabilities or Difficulties?"
We're thrilled to feature insights from Mary Ryan from @NuffieldFJO#ALCCON24