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David Burrows

NLJ columnist

David Burrows is an NLJ columnist, solicitor advocate, and author of Open Justice and Privacy in Family Proceedings (2020, The Law Society). Newlawjournal.co.uk

NLJ columnist

David Burrows is an NLJ columnist, solicitor advocate, and author of Open Justice and Privacy in Family Proceedings (2020, The Law Society). Newlawjournal.co.uk

ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

David Burrows marks the birthday of legal aid with an examination of its history & how far we have strayed from it

How long can a spouse or civil partner wait to take financial proceedings? David Burrows sifts the evidence

Clamour for divorce reform should be seen alongside the less well-publicised unfairness caused by outdated marriage laws, says David Burrows

Child support: David Burrows provides a master class in family law & administration law

Where is family law today in relation to EU withdrawal? David Burrows fills the gaps
David Burrows assesses the most striking aspects of the draft Domestic Abuse Bill

David Burrows looks ahead & shares his manifesto for change

David Burrows shines the spotlight on the latest developments in evidence & family law

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MOVERS & SHAKERS

National Pro Bono Centre—Esther McConnell & Sarah Oliver Scemla

National Pro Bono Centre—Esther McConnell & Sarah Oliver Scemla

Charity strengthens leadership as national Pro Bono Week takes place

Michelman Robinson—Akshay Sewlikar

Michelman Robinson—Akshay Sewlikar

Dual-qualified partner joins London disputes practice

McDermott Will & Schulte—Karen Butler

McDermott Will & Schulte—Karen Butler

Transactions practice welcomes partner in London office

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