Publisher's Synopsis
The Family Law Act 1996 brought about the most wide-ranging reforms seen in family law for over 25 years. Divorce Reform: A Guide for Lawyers and Mediators not only comes complete with the relevant parts of the text of the Act, but also presents a full explanation of the key provisions introduced by this major legislation. It looks at important aspects such as: * The divorce law in practice * Court proceedings during the period of reflection and consideration * New powers for financial provision including pension splitting * Interaction with mediation and counselling * Practice management implications * Background to family mediation today
