Description
Book SynopsisAn unrivalled collection, placing key judgments and expert commentary at your fingertips. Family Law: Text, Cases, and Materials presents everything the undergraduate student needs in one volume. The authors offer a detailed and authoritative exposition of family law, illustrated by materials carefully selected from a wide range of sources.Key features- Combines a wide range of cases and materials with insightful explanation, commentary and analysis, creating a complete resource for students of family law- Features authoritative author commentary which engages with a range of theoretical and critical perspectives- Accompanying online resources provide regular updates on recent developments in family law, further reading suggestions, questions, and additional legal coverage- Also available as an e-book with functionality, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning supportNew to this edition- Developments including the Domestic Abuse Act 2021, Divorce, Dissolution and Separ
Trade ReviewThe authors provide an expert narrative weaving together up-to-date cases and materials... It is no surprise that this book remains a favourite for students learning about family law in England and Wales. * Lesley-Anne Barnes Macfarlane, Senior Lecturer, University of Glasgow *
A fantastic core text offering a thorough explanation and exploration of the essential areas covered in most family law courses. * Professor Thérèse Callus, Professor of Law, University of Reading *
An invaluable resource for students who want to delve in-depth into family law * Rachel Heah, Lecturer, Lancaster University *
Family Law: Text, Cases, and Materials encourages students to look beyond the mere black letter of the law and consider the effects that these legal provisions have on families in society. * Dr Philip Bremner, Senior Lecturer, Royal Holloway, University of London *
Table of Contents1: Introduction to family law 2: Family relationships between adults 3: Ending relationships: divorce, dissolution, and separation 4: Protection from domestic abuse 5: Financial provision for children 6: Financial remedies on divorce 7: Property and finances when non-formalized relationships end 8: Fundamental principles in the law relating to children 9: Becoming a legal parent and the consequences of legal parenthood 10: Parental responsibility 11: Private disputes over children 12: Child protection 13: Adoption
