Join Charlotte McDonald and Tom Gilchrist as they discuss the issue of non-financial misconduct, with a spotlight on the recent case of Y v Z [2025] EWFC 221.

During this episode, Tom and Charlotte share their tips and tricks on how to case manage conduct cases, as well as dealing with clients.

As the Employment Rights Bill edges closer to gaining Royal Assent, Jamie Fireman and Alex Adamou discuss some of the key changes to employment law that are on the horizon and how the landscape is likely to change for employees, employers and those involved with employment tribunal work.

42BR’s Paul Fuller and Tom Gilchrist discuss issues relating to claims under the Trust of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 founded on common intention constructive trust, including factors relevant to the courts’ determination of beneficial ownership and beneficial shares, and the need for detrimental reliance.

Join Michael and Alex as they explore the scope of the court’s discretion under section 14 of TOLATA, with a particular focus on so-called ‘Bagum Orders’.

In this episode, they break down the key judgments in two leading cases - Bagum v Hafiz [2015] EWCA Civ 801 and Kingsley v Kingsley [2020] Civ 297 (Ch) - to clarify what the courts can (and cannot) order when resolving disputes between co-owners.

In the latest episode of FortyTwo Talks, Tina Cook KC and Jennifer Youngs revisit covert recordings and discuss implications for practice in the context of the FJC Guidance issued in May 2025. 

We are pleased to introduce our new Podcast mini-series, Trust Issues: the Law and Practice of Trusts.

In this first episode, "TOLATA - The Basics",  Iris Ferber KC and Alexander Bailey set out the statutory framework, and answer those basic questions that you might have been afraid to ask. 

What is a trust of land?

What is a beneficiary?

What happens to the home when a relationship breaks down? 

How do trusts of land, both formal and informal, determine how a property will be apportioned by the Court?

As part of our ongoing journey to ensure our website and marketing initiatives are as accessible as possible, all our podcasts will be available in a transcription format -TOLATA - The Basics transcript

We are delighted to share the latest episode of FortyTwoTalks: “Raising Her Voice: Confidence, Career Progression & Tackling Imposter Syndrome” – a compelling continuation of our International Women' Day discussion.

Jude Shepherd, a member of our Employment Team, is joined by Ellie Sanders, Civil Clerk at 42BR and Nikki Alderson, a former criminal barrister turned specialist in talent retention and women’s leadership coaching to discuss some of the issues women face within the legal industry, previously raised in our earlier discussion.

This engaging discussion dives into the complex and relatable topic of imposter syndrome, and how it affects women across roles at the Bar – from clerks to barristers. With Nikki’s coaching expertise, the conversation goes beyond theory, offering practical strategies for boosting confidence, managing competing priorities, and building resilience in a demanding profession.

Key highlights include:

In our latest episode of FortyTwo Talks, Tina Cook KC and Stephanie Mendoros discuss and consider the dynamic changes in adoption, the importance of post adoption contact and how practitioners can better meet the needs of adopted children. 

In this episode of FortyTwoTalks, Richard Little and Mark Chaloner discuss International Adoption in all its’ aspects – Adoptions within the UK; Convention Adoptions; Overseas Adoptions and Foreign Adoptions, discussing the legal framework, but also the wider policy issues raised by such cases”. 

You asked, we answered!

As part of our ongoing podcast series, we are pleased to present the first of our A-Z Family Law podcasts.

Back in the summer, we offered you the unique opportunity to ask our experienced family law practitioners, Amanda Jepson and Zoe McGrath any questions you had relating to divorce, child arrangment orders, ADR, how to deal with difficult opponents, the list goes on...

Amanda and Zoe have brought a wealth of expertise and experiences from their combined 46 years in the legal profession to the podcast, listen below: