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One of many questions facing prospective adoptive parents is whether they need to obtain the consent of the birth parent or parents of the child to be adopted. Here we look at what is involved, and how the courts deal with cases where consent is withheld.
A recent case from Malta could show a way forward for the introduction of mandatory DNA testing in paternity cases in Scotland.
For many couples the biggest monthly expense is their mortgage repayment. If they separate, a priority should be working out as quickly a possible who will pay the mortgage and what will happen to the property. Here we look at all the factors you need to think about in this situation.
Start where you are. Do what you can. This is the message of the campaign to raise awareness of the impact of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) on health and welfare outcomes in Scotland.
Nadine Martin, an Associate in Harper Macleod's family law team, looks at efforts to raise awareness of and tackle the effects of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs).