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2024 Reflections & 2025 Predictions

Audrey Lustgarten Audrey Lustgarten from  WR Immigration  on 

We covered some of the most pressing priorities and challenges in the field, from compliance and cost management to enhancing efficiency. If you’re navigating the complexities of immigration and mobility, this episode is packed with strategies to help you stay ahead in an evolving landscape.

Surviving Separation During The ‘Silly Season’

Monica Blizzard Monica Blizzard from  KHQ Lawyers  on 

Christmas can be a busy and emotional time, but for those considering separation or experiencing their first Christmas after separation, it can be extremely challenging.

The UK’s Transition to an eVisa Immigration System: What You Need to Know

Jason Morris Jason Morris from  Snaid and Morris  on 

In recent years, the UK Government has embraced digital transformation to modernize its immigration processes. One of the most impactful developments is the introduction of the eVisa system.

Can An Australian Court Deal With Overseas Property Interests In Family Law?

Monica Blizzard Monica Blizzard from  KHQ Lawyers  on 

Family lawyers are increasingly being asked to deal with cases involving overseas property interests, which may include superannuation/pension interests, real property, bank accounts and the like.

I’m Young, Fit, And Healthy. I Don’t Need To Make A Will Yet … Do I?

Oliver LaCaze Oliver LaCaze from  KHQ Lawyers  on 

The festive season is the perfect time to ponder the vicissitudes of life and the lives of your children and family members. People with children and extended families are more likely than not to have a Will in place.

Migrants Urged To Use Expired BRP Cards To Get To Uk After 31 December 2024

Robert Sookias Robert Sookias from  Carter Lemon Camerons LLP  on 

It has been reported that passengers will be allowed to use expired identity documents (including expired BRP cards) to travel to the UK because of flaws in the eVisa system after 31 December 2024.

Government Announces New Measures To Tackle Visa Abuse And Migrant Worker Exploitation

Robert Sookias Robert Sookias from  Carter Lemon Camerons LLP  on 

On 28 November 2024, the Home Office announced that visa and employment laws are to be brought into close alignment as part of a crackdown on visa abuse and migrant worker exploitation.

What To Do If Your Child Is Abducted: Legal Remedies And International Considerations

Monica Blizzard Monica Blizzard from  KHQ Lawyers  on 

What does it mean to abduct a child? Child abduction occurs when a parent removes a child from the care of the other parent, without their knowledge or consent, and without a Court Order.

Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules: 26 November 2024 – Amendments for Visa Holders under the Ukraine Visa Schemes

Vladyslav Galinskyi Vladyslav Galinskyi from  Carter Lemon Camerons LLP  on 

The latest Statement of Changes to the Immigration Rules, published on 26 November 2024, introduces important updates.

Family Law Reforms Aim To Simplify Legislation And Address Family Violence

Monica Blizzard Monica Blizzard from  KHQ Lawyers  on 

On 22 August 2024, the Albanese Government introduced the second stage of reforms to the family law system, being the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024.

Prenuptial Agreement Held to Be Valid Waiver Of Spouse’s Statutory Right of Election

Charles Jacob Charles Jacob from  Goulston & Storrs  on 

Generally, under New York EPTL 5-1.1-A, if a decedent is survived by a spouse, a right of election is given to the surviving spouse to take a share of the decedent's estate. Can a prenuptial agreement (“prenup”) waive that right of election?

Post-Election Analysis for Immigration Programs

Miki Matrician Miki Matrician from  WR Immigration  on 
The transcript version of our weekly Q&A livestream for corporate immigration professionals.

When Will Legal Documents Be Legitimately Served To A Taiwanese Defendant For Foreign Judgment Enforcement In Taiwan?

Hung Ou Yang Hung Ou Yang from  Brain Trust International Law Firm  on 

When a lawsuit is filed out of Taiwan against a Taiwanese defendant based in Taiwan, one of the most important questions will be how the legal documents can be served to the Taiwanese defendant legitimately.

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