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Family law: recognising achievements

04 September 2024
Issue: 8084 / Categories: Legal News , Family
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The LexisNexis Family Law Awards 2024 shortlist has been revealed, after judges received a record-breaking volume of entries

Congratulations are due to all shortlisted firms, practices and individuals for these prestigious awards. Categories range from family law clerking team to financial remedies team and, of course, the annual Cornwell Award for outstanding contribution to family law.

The final winners will be announced at a ceremony on 20 November at the Park Plaza Westminster Bridge, London.

This event is likely to sell out, so click here or email awards@lexisnexis.co.uk to book your table early. A limited number of premium tables are available.

Issue: 8084 / Categories: Legal News , Family
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