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The Child and Family Relationships Act 2015 which has been passed by the Oireachtas [but is not yet commenced into law which means it does not come into force until it is commenced] introduces some New Rights for unmarried fathers

The Child and Family Relationships Act 2015 new rights for civil partners and cohabitants - amendments to the Adoption Act 2010. Couples who are civil partners and cohabiting couples are eligible to adopt jointly on commencement of Part II of the Child and Family Relationships Act. The amendments also provide for a second female parent or a guardian (as defined in this part) to be added to the categories of persons entitled to be heard in relation to an application for an adoption order.  

Collaborative Law

Mediation can be the best way for spouses to sort out their differences when getting separated or divorced following marital breakdown. 

Why Choose Mediation? (from the Mediators Institute of Ireland) 

Mediation is one of a number of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms and is appropriate for many divorce in Ireland and separation cases. Keith Walsh has advised clients to go for mediation as an alternative to court and has advised them while they are in mediation. The following informaiton is provided by the Courts Service of Ireland. 

A MAN who claimed he suffered a traumatic brain injury after falling from a ladder has settled his High Court action for €1.5million.

Woman’s ‘autonomy’ being challenged by sister in will dispute, High Court told

Boy attacked by Japanese fighting dog settles action for €65,000

Girl awarded further €9m for injuries sustained during birth