Publisher's Synopsis
The new editions of the "Legal Practice Course Guides" have been revised, expanded and updated to take account of the many changes in legislation and course structure that have happened in the last year.;Each guide explain the relevant substantive and procedural law, and where appropriate, contains sample precedents, documents and checklists. The books provide a guide to the law, practice and procedure which is at the heart of the course, forming a bridge between the notes, exercises and case studies produced by each institution and the "raw material" found in the practitioner texts.;This guide provides an up-to-date account of the major aspects of family law which are likely to be encountered by the trainee solicitor in practice. The relevant substantive law is discussed, together with appropriate procedure and practice.;The book offers guidance on avoiding common pitfalls, and takes account of all recent legislation (in particular the Family Law Act 1996 which reforms the law divorce and domestic violence) and also includes revised forms.
