This week, Coram Chambers proudly co-sponsored a significant event on coercive control in private law proceedings, held at The Meadow Suite, Reading University.
The sold-out conference, organised by Only Mums & Dads (OMD) Training, featured an impactful keynote presentation from Coram Chambers’ joint head, Mark Twomey KC, and fellow Coram Chambers silk, Shiva Ancliffe KC.
Attendees included a wide array of family law professionals eager to deepen their understanding of how courts approach accusations of coercive control in family law cases, with a focus on domestic abuse dynamics.
Mark Twomey and Shiva Ancliffe’s presentation, titled “Accusations of Coercive Control in Private Family Law Proceedings – How the Courts are Considering and Dealing with Domestic Abuse,” examined how allegations of coercive control are assessed and managed in private family proceedings. This timely topic drew widespread interest from the family law community, highlighting the importance of addressing the often complex dynamics of coercive control within the judicial system.
The conference was part of OMD Training’s ongoing commitment to supporting professionals who work with separating families. Led by Director of Training and Clinical Psychologist Dr. Angharad Rudkin, OMD offers a variety of science-driven courses aimed at professionals such as family lawyers, barristers, mediators, and allied professionals. Their flagship course, “What About Henry?” has already been completed by over 380 professionals, reinforcing OMD’s role as a leading provider of evidence-based training for those working with separating families.
OMD’s programs are carefully designed to deliver grounded, relevant findings to professionals who assist families through challenging transitions. Participants at this week’s conference benefited from the insights and expertise shared by Mark Twomey KC and Shiva Ancliffe KC, reflecting Coram Chambers’ dedication to leading and supporting the ongoing education of family law practitioners.
The event’s success underscores the commitment shared by Coram Chambers and OMD Training to empower professionals with the tools needed to navigate sensitive and complex family law issues effectively, especially those that involve the nuanced understanding of domestic abuse and coercive control.
