Forest & Co Solicitors

14/10/2026

What could the proposed child contact reform mean for separated or divorced parents?

In England and Wales, the proposed repeal of the presumption of parental involvement raises important questions about how courts decide a child’s contact with each parent.

In our latest article, we explain the current law, the proposed changes and what parents with an existing Child Arrangements Order need to know.

Read the full article on our website:
https://fcos.co.uk/child-contact-after-separation-proposed-reform/

01/10/2026

Forest & Co Solicitors successfully secured a spouse visa under Appendix FM, enabling our client to join her spouse and two children in the UK.

Our team prepared detailed legal representations and supporting evidence covering the relationship, finances, accommodation and English language requirements, with particular emphasis on the children’s best interests and family unity.

Behind every application is a family and a future worth preparing for.

Read the full case study:
https://fcos.co.uk/successful-spouse-visa-application/

Need support with your spouse visa application?
📞 020 3383 0173
✉️ [email protected]

21/09/2026

The UK immigration landscape continues to evolve, with a number of important changes taking effect over the coming months.

Updates to Student visa financial requirements, changes affecting applications under the EU Settlement Scheme, new provisions for certain Skilled Workers, and preparations for the UK’s return to Erasmus+ are among the developments to watch this autumn.

For individuals, families and employers navigating the UK immigration system, understanding how these changes may apply to their particular circumstances will be increasingly important.

Our latest update highlights four key developments and the dates to be aware of.

For advice on UK immigration matters, please contact the Immigration team at Forest & Co Solicitors.

020 3383 0173
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fcos.co.uk

27/08/2026

A positive outcome secured through early legal intervention.

Through carefully prepared and properly evidenced pre-charge representations, the Forest & Co Solicitors team secured the resolution of a serious theft allegation without prosecution.

🔗 Read the full case study: https://fcos.co.uk/successful-pre-charge-representations-theft-allegation/

25/08/2026

Received a Letter Before Claim? Understanding the document is the first step.

Receiving one does not mean that a court has already decided the matter. It is an important step in the pre action stage of a dispute and understanding what it says can help you make informed decisions about what happens next.

In this edition of Legal Correspondence Explained, we look at what a Letter Before Claim means, what to look for inside the document, what may happen next and some of the common assumptions surrounding it.

19/08/2026

The legal landscape is constantly evolving, and this summer was no exception.

From employment law and consumer protection to company regulation and immigration, the past few months have brought a number of significant legal developments across the UK.

Here is a closer look at five of the changes worth knowing.

22/07/2026

The new POCA reforms are now in force.

Some of the most significant changes to confiscation proceedings in recent years are now in effect across England and Wales.

The new rules introduce stricter procedural deadlines, greater judicial case management and important reforms affecting confiscation and restraint orders.

In our latest article, we explain the key changes and what they could mean in practice.

👇 Full article in the comments.

05/06/2026

It was a pleasure for Mihaela Pădure, Managing Partner at Forest & Co Solicitors, to speak today at BIZZ.CLUB London, where she explored the impact of artificial intelligence on businesses and the legal implications that companies can no longer afford to overlook.

From compliance and data protection to intellectual property and risk management, the discussion highlighted the importance of adopting a strategic and responsible approach to the use of AI in business.

We would like to thank the organisers for the invitation and everyone who attended for their interest and engagement with this timely and important topic.

28/05/2026

Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way modern businesses operate. But many companies are still underestimating the legal risks that come with it.

From GDPR and confidentiality concerns to liability, AI hallucinations, employment law, and the EU AI Act, the legal implications of AI are becoming increasingly impossible to ignore.

Read the full article here:

AI and the Law: The Risks Most Businesses Are Still Overlooking AI Is Already Reshaping Modern Business Artificial Intelligence has rapidly become part of everyday business operations. What started as a tool used mainly by technology companies is now being integrated into recruitment, marketing, cus...

13/05/2026

Some mistakes made during divorce proceedings can affect you for years afterwards.