When the Legal System Becomes Part of the Family System
Rethinking High Conflict Separation Through a Systemic Lens One of the most uncomfortable realities in high conflict separation cases is this: Sometimes the legal system becomes part of the problem it is trying to solve. This is not a criticism of individual judges, solicitors, guardians, psychologists, mediators, social workers, or therapists. Most professionals involved in […]
Irish Courts and Parental Alienation
What the Case Law Actually Says and What Practitioners Need to Know The public debate about parental alienation in Ireland has become noisy, polarised and often detached from clinical reality. Some argue that Ireland does not recognise alienation. Others argue that the concept is nothing more than a tactic used to silence victims of domestic […]
Mother Alienated from her Child by the Father – European Court of Human Rights Decision
A significant ruling by the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) in the case of L.D. v. Poland (12119/14), issued on February 13, 2025. The Court found that Poland violated Article 8 of the European Convention on Human Rights, which protects the right to respect for private and family life. Case Background The case concerned […]
The Dark Side of Family Law: Nefarious Litigation Strategies Unveiled by an Expert Witness
Brian refuses to accept family law court assessment referrals Family law is a field charged with the responsibility of navigating some of the most sensitive and emotionally charged situations. It involves decisions that affect the lives of parents and children profoundly. However, amidst the noble pursuit of justice, certain legal professionals sometimes employ nefarious litigation […]
Five Shocking Ways Family Court Treats Expert Witnesses
Brian refuses to accept family law court assessment referrals Expert witnesses play a crucial role in family court, providing specialised knowledge and opinions to help judges make informed decisions. However, the way family courts handle these experts can sometimes be surprising and concerning. Here are five shocking ways family courts treat expert witnesses: 1. Selective […]
Navigating Divorce: The Advantages of Choosing Mediation.
Introduction: Divorce can be one of the most challenging and emotionally charged experiences in life. The traditional adversarial approach to divorce litigation often exacerbates tensions and may lead to lengthy, costly court battles. However, an alternative method gaining popularity for its effectiveness and numerous benefits is mediation. In this blog, we’ll explore the advantages […]
Submission to the United Nations Regarding Parental Alienation
The United Nations have sought submissions regarding Parental Alienation (PA). Their preamble suggests they do not understand (or do not want to understand) the phenomenon and they seem to have a pre-existing gendered bias and prejudice regarding parental alienation. They suggest that all practitioners who support PA commence their assessments where it is assumed that […]
Get a Post Graduate Certificate in Parental Alienation Studies
The Post Graduate Certificate in Parental Alienation Studies arises from a collaboration between www.parentalalienation.eu and the Institute of Family Therapy Malta. It is designed to meet the identified gap in training in the area of Parental Alienation for parents, practitioners, voluntary and statutory agencies and staff as well as policy advisors. It is the first […]
Parental Alienation Europe – Third International Conference
Date for your dairy, Tuesday October 25, 2022. Here at Parental Alienation Europe we are delighted to announce our third international conference on Parental Alienation, scheduled on Tuesday October 25 online. This year’s conference occurs at a time of increased discussion and debate regarding Parental Alienation. For example, the Dutch Government announcing an agreed action […]
Gardai Issue Warrant for Man Alleged to Have Fled to Asia with Boy
Many may well be shocked to hear of the unilateral removal of a child reported to be less than 6 years old from Ireland to Asia reported in the Irish Independent today. Link here: https://www.independent.ie/irish-news/crime/gardai-issue-arrest-warrant-for-medical-professional-alleged-to-have-fled-to-asia-with-boy-41906479.html. The mother’s distress cannot be articulated. The article conveys an image the authorities are pro-actively responding.. There will be many […]