Welcome to the first edition of the Burness Paull Family Law team’s newsletter. 

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Richard Smith

Richard Smith

HEAD OF FAMILY LAW

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UAE To Scotland

UAE to Scotland - the impact of a move for families affected by international conflict

Gulf conflict has led some UK families to leave the UAE, causing complex child custody disputes when one parent stays abroad, with Scottish courts deciding based on the child’s best interests.

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