Family law in 2023: the divorces, milestones and landmark cases that shaped the year
There multi-billion pound divorces and landmark judgments in 2023. But uncertainty is on the horizon
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Spear’s Awards 2023: David Allison is named Lawyer of the Year – Family Law
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Maggie Rae, the ‘grande dame of divorce’ who represented Princess Diana, has died
Highly respected and admired by colleagues and clients alike, Maggie Rae was one of Britain's leading family lawyers
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Meet Diana Hamade, Dubai’s divorce doyenne
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Resolution is failing to inspire respect, say critics
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UAE family law is changing the game for British expats
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How to make divorce look good
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Power of the prenup given boost in latest divorce rulings
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