In this episode of 14 by FOURTEEN we delve into the complexities of parental responsibility with barristers Rachael Cassidy and Tatiana Rocha. What does it mean to hold parental responsibility? What are the rights and responsibilities it entails, and how does it impact decisions in a child's life? We explain the nuances of parental responsibility, from naming a child to making crucial healthcare decisions, including how responsibility can be acquired or lost.
Show notes:
Gov.uk Parental Responsibility Information: https://www.gov.uk/parental-rights-responsibilities/apply-for-parental-responsibility
Rachael Cassidy's profile: https://fourteen.co.uk/our-people/our-barristers/rachael-cassidy/
Tatiana Rocha's profile: https://fourteen.co.uk/our-people/our-barristers/tatiana-rocha/
What is a child arrangements order? How does the court decide what’s best for a child? In this episode of 14 by FOURTEEN, barristers Anu Lal and Tatiana Rocha guide listeners through the fundamentals of Children Act proceedings. Discover what child arrangement orders entail, including the legal framework and the role of CAFCASS and Section 7 reports in shaping court decisions.
Anu Lal's profile: https://fourteen.co.uk/our-people/our-barristers/anu-lal/
Tatiana Rocha's profile: https://fourteen.co.uk/our-people/our-barristers/tatiana-rocha/
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In this episode, Tatiana Rocha is joined by Matt Warmoth to unpack the long-awaited Supreme Court decision in Standish v Standish. They explore the elusive concept of “matrimonialisation,” what the judgment clarified (and what it didn’t), and how this case may shape future financial remedy proceedings.
Show notes:
Supreme Court UK Standish v Standish: https://www.supremecourt.uk/cases/uksc-2024-0089
Matt Warmoth's profile:
https://fourteen.co.uk/our-people/our-barristers/matthew-warmoth/
Tatiana Rocha's Profile: https://fourteen.co.uk/our-people/our-barristers/tatiana-rocha/
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Divorced doesn’t always mean settled when it comes to finances. In this episode, barristers Holly Symonds and host Tatiana Rocha walk through Financial Remedy Proceedings: what the court can order, how fairness is determined, and why full disclosure (and good negotiation) matter more than ever.
Holly Symonds profile: https://fourteen.co.uk/our-people/our-barristers/holly-symonds/
Tatiana Rocha profile: https://fourteen.co.uk/our-people/our-barristers/tatiana-rocha/
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What are the implications of using covert recordings in family court proceedings? In this episode, barristers Chris Miller and host Tatiana Rocha explore the newly published guidance from the Family Justice Council. Learn more about the legal intricacies and ethical dilemmas surrounding covert recordings, including the repercussions in the context of proceedings and wider family dynamics, and their admissibility in court.
Show notes:
View the Family Justice Council Guidance on covert recordings: https://www.judiciary.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Covert-recordings-in-Family-Law-proceedings-concerning-children-Family-Justice-Council-Guidance.pdf
Chris Miller's profile: https://fourteen.co.uk/our-people/our-barristers/christopher-miller/
Tatiana Rocha's profile: https://fourteen.co.uk/our-people/our-barristers/tatiana-rocha/
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14 by FOURTEEN is the new podcast from FOURTEEN Chambers, offering quick, 14-minute episodes on the real-world workings of family law. In this trailer, we introduce the series and explain what you can expect: straightforward legal insights from the individuals who practice family law everyday.
Learn more about FOURTEEN: https://fourteen.co.uk/
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