| Coram’s Caroline Croft is a co-founder of FLANC (Family Law Advice for the Neurodivergent Community). FLANC was founded by expert lawyers dedicated to ensuring that the neurodivergent community has equal access to justice by addressing barriers to participation in family proceedings and dispute resolution. ‘Promoting Access to Justice for Neurodivergent Children and Adults in the Family Justice System Conference’ will be hosted by Slaughter and May with a keynote address from the President of the Family Division, Sir Andrew McFarlane, the conference will hear insights from professionals and updates from coal-face practitioners and families passing through the system. It will explore current barriers and highlight important work being done to galvanise change and promote best practice. Chaired by Jenny Beck KC (Hon), speakers include: Professor Rob George of UCL, who will address research and best practice; Caroline Croft, Barrister from Coram Chambers with a view from the coal-face; and Sarah Cockburn, Cafcass Assistant Service Manager/ Children’s Guardian providing the child’s perspective. Alia Lewis, Director and Solicitor at Duncan Lewis, and Paula McGowan OBE will present ideas for improvement. The event will be offered in a hybrid format, hosted in person at Slaughter and May’s office and online via Webex. RSVP here Event Information Date Wednesday 24 April 2024 Timings In Person: 15:30 | Registration and refreshments 16:00 | Session commences 18:00 | Networking drinks Online: 16:00 | Session commences 18:00 | Session ends Location In Person: Slaughter and May One Bunhill Row London EC1Y 8YY For further information: E Events@SlaughterandMay.com T +44 (0)20 7090 5412 |
Event – Promoting Access to Justice for Neurodivergent Children and Adults in the Family Justice System Conference
Coram’s Caroline Croft is a co-founder of FLANC (Family Law Advice for the Neurodivergent Community). FLANC was founded by expert lawyers dedicated to ensuring that the neurodivergent community has equal access to…
