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A family court judge ruled against a father seeking visitation rights with his children, emphasizing legal standards over emotional appeals during the proceedings.

The Supreme Court of India declined to hear a petition filed by Family Court judges seeking promotion to the High Court, maintaining the current judicial appointment hierarchy.

A Miami family court judge granted Paulina Rubio's request to reconsider her custody case, allowing her son to return to living with her in Florida. The singer's legal team emphasized that documentary evidence supported their position throughout the proceedings.

Mariam El-Sobky, a lawyer, has been disbarred after suggesting a colleague be placed in a 'mental asylum' and making illicit recordings of Family Court hearings.

A property buyer has become caught in a family court battle over a dispute related to the property.

The High Court has highlighted the serious issue of the absence of a family court in Chandigarh and has instructed the Union Territory administration and the Central government to take necessary steps to address it.

An Irish family court granted a man a barring order against his son who had threatened to kill him, while another woman also received a protection order after her partner threatened her.

The funeral and burial rites for the late Apostle Prof. Emeritus Kwadwo Safo have been postponed as the Kantanka Family, led by Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I, heads to court over his will.

Family courts are struggling with an overwhelming number of domestic dispute cases, with women filing over 8,100 cases and more than 1,100 divorce decrees being granted.

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that family courts have the authority to formally declare a divorce in cases where a Muslim divorce (talaq) has been pronounced privately and is undisputed.

An Irish District Family Court granted a protection order to a woman who woke up in a 'pool of blood' after an attack, and also heard a case where a mother sought an order against her drug-dealing son for repeatedly breaking into her home.

The High Court has ruled that a wife cannot be denied maintenance solely because her parents provide financial support, overturning a family court's previous decision.

A 16-year-old from Ostrołęka was caught riding an electric scooter at 63 km/h in the middle of the road without a helmet or license, with his case now going to family court.

An unusual divorce case in a Istanbul family court has drawn attention in Turkey, where a husband accused his wife of using witchcraft to cause his death. The case involved amulets, an imam, and a court decision.

A woman has expressed fears that drug dealers might arrive at her home due to her partner's potential narcotics debt. The concerns were raised during appeals for interim protection orders heard at the Dublin District Family Court.

An exclusive report reveals widespread and concerning evidence of gender bias and victim-blaming in family courts across England and Wales, with mothers being scrutinized more intensely in 72.5% of judgments analyzed.

The Family Court in Accra, Ghana, heard arguments on an application seeking to restrict socialite and musician Mona Faiz Montrage, known as Hajia4Reall, from having contact with the children of businessman Richard Nii Armah Quaye in a divorce case.

Pakistan's Supreme Court has ruled that family courts cannot convert a wife's suit for dissolution of marriage into a decree of khula (Islamic divorce) without her explicit and informed consent, particularly when valuable financial rights are involved.

Police have arrested a 15-year-old boy in Ostrowiec Świętokrzyski for vandalizing a flower vending machine, captured on video attempting to break the glass with a girl holding the door. He will face a family court.

A family court in Jaipur granted a divorce, ruling that the wife's objectionable social media activity, including sharing compromising photos, constituted mental cruelty to her husband.

A woman in Dublin District Family Court is seeking a barring order, stating she is terrified of her wife who is trying to drive her out of their shared home, after enjoying a peaceful period while her husband served a prison sentence.

The Belgian drama 'We Believe You,' directed by Charlotte Devillers and Arnaud Dufays, is set to premiere in Czech cinemas, addressing the critical theme of trust in children's testimonies within family court settings.

Sir Andrew McFarlane, a senior judge, has welcomed government backing for a significant change in family courts, which will prioritize the child's focus, marking the biggest reform in 30 years.

The Gujarat High Court has quashed an 'insensitive' family court order regarding child custody and access, criticizing its 'harsh and obdurate approach'.

Actress Hansika Motwani and businessman Sohael Khaturiya have officially divorced, with the Bandra family court granting their mutual consent petition. The couple, married in December 2022, cited fundamental differences and irreconcilable disagreements as reasons for their separation. They have been living apart since July 2, 2024, and have made no financial or legal claims against each other.

The woman told Dublin District Family Court that husband also ‘bit’ into daughter’s hand and she was hospitalised

An article explores the role and function of family court assistance in Austria, detailing how it operates, why courts rely on it, and what parents should consider during proceedings.

Rawalpindi's family courts processed 214 new filings on their first day back from summer recess, marking a significant surge in legal disputes following the break.

A family court has ruled that a sitting Member of Parliament must comply with financial obligations, ordering him to pay $150 in monthly maintenance.

The Dublin District Family Court has granted orders following allegations that a man dragged his former partner through a garden and over railings.

An article argues that fathers deserve a fair and equitable voice within Jamaica's Family Court system. It advocates for reforms to ensure that fathers' rights and perspectives are adequately considered in legal proceedings.

A four-year-old girl in Łomża, Poland, fell from a balcony but was rescued by neighbors. Her mother faces charges of endangering the child's life or health, and a family court proceeding has been initiated.

Two 16-year-old suspects will appear before a family court in connection with a brutal attack involving a dangerous object on a 17-year-old, who sustained stab wounds and is hospitalized in Szczecin.

Raja Chaudhary responded to claims that he accepted a flat intended for his daughter, Palak Tiwari, detailing his family court disputes with Shweta Tiwari from 2007 to 2012.

Polish cybercrime officers identified and arrested a group of nine teenagers, aged 12 to 16, who were offering hacking services on the internet. Their case will be handled by a family court.

The Generalitat of Catalonia has launched a new guide aimed at making judicial processes more humane and child-friendly for minors involved in family court hearings.

A 15-year-old in Poland will face family court after being caught by police driving a scooter on one wheel without a license, despite his apologies.

Legislation is currently moving through Parliament in New Zealand that will require international adoptions from certain countries to go through the Family Court, following a case where a woman adopted 21 children from overseas.

The cases of four suspects, including high school students, arrested in connection with a robbery-murder incident involving three family members in Kamimikawa, Tochigi Prefecture, have been transferred to the Yokohama Family Court branch.

The Kerala High Court has ruled that family courts lack the jurisdiction to decide disputes concerning marital status after the death of a spouse.

A 16-year-old has been arrested in Poland on suspicion of attempted fraud in a 'police officer' scam. He was apprehended while attempting to collect money and has been placed in a correctional facility by a family court.

A family court in Costa Rica has rejected the government's long-standing attempt to annul the country's first same-sex marriage, reaffirming the 2015 union of Laura Flórez-Estrada Pimentel and Jazmín Elizondo Arias. This decision comes more than a decade after their wedding.

New York Democrats have sparked outrage by replacing the term 'mother' with 'gestating parent' in state law, targeting family courts, custody, and parental rights.

Dale Wilson, known as LowTierGod, has reportedly won a California family court case without legal representation, securing a three-year restraining order against his child's mother over alleged harassment and doxxing.

A family court has issued a ruling declaring a divorce agreement to be invalid.

The Kerala High Court has ruled that a family court cannot prevent a mutual divorce if both spouses are in agreement, clarifying legal procedures for marital dissolution.

An Irish family court was told that a woman claims her ex-partner is 'using' their daughter to either 'get at, or get back with' his boyfriend, following allegations made by the daughter against the woman's new partner.

Iris Haim submitted the request several months ago - and argued that her son, Yotam Haim “saw bringing children into the world as the fulfillment of a significant personal dream."

An Aboriginal child, moved 1,700km from his remote Northern Territory community, has been ordered by a family court to be returned so he can learn about his culture and rituals on country.

Concerns are raised over the 15-year delay in constructing a new family court on vacant land in Ireland, with critics calling it an 'act of vandalism by the State'.

A government minister stated that family courts in England and Wales have failed women and children for decades, announcing reforms for "problem-solving" courts.

When her ex-husband stopped paying maintenance overnight, one mother was left scrambling to cover her son’s expenses while navigating Singapore’s family courts alone – a situation many divorced women…

The Karnataka High Court has ruled that family courts should not grant adjournments liberally just because a litigant is a woman, emphasizing the need for timely proceedings.

A man from Strängnäs has been charged with attempting to defraud family court by falsifying a driver's license and sending a friend to impersonate him for a paternity test.

The newsletter includes routine public notices regarding divorce proceedings, anti-nuptial contracts, and various court motions, reflecting standard legal administrative updates.

A family court judge determined that a father's public livestreams targeting his ex-partner caused significant psychological harm, leading to the issuance of a protection order.

The Portuguese Supreme Court has rejected a Qatari court's decision that removed a Portuguese mother from her daughters' education, stating the Qatari ruling "offends fundamental principles" of national law. The decision's real-world effects depend on a family court ordering the children's return to Portugal.

A buyer finds themselves entangled in a family court battle due to a property dispute.

A Family Court has issued an order prohibiting a father from having contact with his children, citing his 'uninhibited, dysregulated' and abusive behavior, with no agency willing to supervise visits.

The Kerala High Court upheld a family court's divorce decree, ruling that a wife's willingness to reconcile is insufficient to deny divorce when repeated attempts have failed and the marriage has broken down.

The Lahore High Court has ruled that a wife's right to her dower (Haq Mehr) remains protected if a marriage is dissolved due to the husband's cruelty or misconduct, even if the family court formally terms the decree as "Khula."

The story of the 'Graves of the Girls' in Gjakova, where five young women are buried in separate, well-maintained graves within a family courtyard, is recounted as a sacred site.

A mother who accused her ex-partner of rape has successfully appealed a decision by Family Court Judge Robin Tolson KC, who has had several decisions overturned in recent years.

A 16-year-old will face family court after being caught riding an unlocked electric scooter at 52 km/h on a street where he was not permitted to ride.

In a robbery-murder case in Kaminokawa, Tochigi Prefecture, where three family members were killed or injured, several of the four arrested teenagers, believed to be perpetrators, have reportedly confessed to receiving instructions to 'kill if anyone was present.' Prosecutors have referred the four to family court.

Police in Świecie, Poland, apprehended a 15-year-old who fled from them on a quad bike, leading to his case being referred to family court and his mother receiving a fine.

Police in Ciechanów, Poland, detained a 15-year-old for performing dangerous maneuvers on a scooter, including riding on one wheel, and he will face a family court.

Following the killing of 11-year-old Lyhanna, a family court judge criticized the French justice system for its slow pace, attributing the issue to a lack of resources rather than inherent slowness.

The Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has upheld a family court's decision to include a question about a wife allegedly sending "kiss emojis" to another man in a divorce case, stating that no prejudice would be caused as the husband must prove cruelty.

Growing concerns are being raised regarding the interpretation of hair strand tests in the Family Court in the UK, with experts fearing that cases like Emily's, where she nearly lost access to her baby due to such a test, are not isolated incidents.

A family court in Gujarat has reprimanded the Mumbai Police chief regarding unexecuted maintenance warrants issued to a man, highlighting concerns about the enforcement of legal orders.

The Office of Public Works (OPW) is seeking a tax exemption for a waterlogged, triangular plot of land in Smithfield, Dublin, which has been vacant for approximately 30 years and is designated for a planned family court.

A 1.5-year-old boy was left in a "window of life" in Goleniów, Poland, on Friday, accompanied by a note detailing his name and date of birth. The child is now under medical care and has been placed in temporary foster care by a family court decision.

An Indore family court has granted a divorce to the wife of rape convict Narayan Sai, ordering him to pay ₹2 crore in alimony. The ruling concludes a high-profile legal separation.

A top judge has welcomed the government's backing for a 'child-focused' approach in family court battles, calling it the biggest change in 30 years.

A Jefferson County Family Court judge ordered the arrest of a former Kentucky governor for contempt of court, sentencing him to 60 days in jail for repeatedly ignoring orders to provide financial documents.

A Family Court in Tarnów has issued a ruling in the case of a 17-year-old, Kacper, who fatally wounded his peer, Szymon, during an altercation in April 2025.

The woman moved the HC, challenging the family court order claiming that the same was passed ex-parte and without giving her an opportunity to oppose or put forth her arguments

An Indian court has ruled that Australian family court orders regarding property settlements are unenforceable in India. The judge stated that the concept of "property settlement" under Australian law is alien to Indian matrimonial law. Consequently, Shikhar Dhawan's former wife was ordered to return Rs 5.7 crore and cannot claim Rs 16.9 crore awarded by the Australian court.

A distressed mother has appealed to a family court judge for help regarding her 'emaciated' and drug-using daughter, stating she has never seen a dog in such a condition.