Empowering and Supporting Vulnerable Families through the Family Justice System

Explores the family justice system in England and Wales through a comparative lens, highlighting pathways to better support vulnerable families. This edited collection brings together leading scholars and practitioners to explore the complexities of the family justice system and its impact on vulnerable families. With a focus on empowering and supporting families, this book provides a critical analysis of the current landscape, highlighting best practices and innovative approaches to supporting those who are most in need.The collection covers a range of topics, including the role of courts, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution, as well as the experiences of children, and parents (especially vulnerable mothers) navigating the system. This book also explores the intersection of family law with other areas, such as child protection, domestic abuse, and mental health.Through a combination of theoretical analysis, empirical research and practical insights, this book offers an exploration of the challenges faced by vulnerable families and the ways in which the family justice system can be improved to better support them. This edited collection is essential reading for academics, practitioners and policymakers working in the fields of family law, social policy and social work practice. This book aims to inform practice, policy and the law, empowering and supporting vulnerable families to achieve better outcomes for themselves and their children.