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Adoption
An introductory guide to the adoption process and the responsibilities it creates.
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Age, domicile & status
How age, legal status and domicile can affect rights and responsibilities.
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Being employed
Understand the employment relationship, basic conditions and workplace rights.
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Child contact
A clear introduction to contact, care and the best interests of a child.
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Dismissals
What fair reason and fair procedure can mean when employment ends.
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Divorce
Key concepts, decisions and documents involved when a marriage ends.
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Domestic violence
Recognise abuse, understand protection options and find urgent assistance.
Includes urgent-help guidance
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Emoluments attachment orders
Understand salary attachment orders and the checks that should accompany them.
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Maintenance
A practical overview of financial support duties and maintenance processes.
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Marriages
Marriage regimes, legal consequences and decisions to make before marriage.
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Motor vehicle accidents
Important steps, evidence and legal considerations after a road accident.
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Strikes & lock-outs
An introduction to protected action, procedure and workplace consequences.
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Wills
Why a valid will matters and what to consider when recording your wishes.
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Workplace injuries
Reporting, evidence and support considerations after an injury at work.
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