Chambers is delighted to announce the publication of Domestic Abuse and the Family Justice System: Law and Practice (Bloomsbury Professional), co-authored by Michelle Heeley KC and Chloë Ashley , together with Professor Jo Delahunty KC and Ian McArdle.
Published in February 2026, the text provides a comprehensive and practical analysis of the legal framework governing allegations of domestic abuse within the family justice system. Drawing on expertise from both the criminal and family jurisdictions, the work integrates criminal law principles, evidential standards and advocacy practice into the family court context.
The book is designed as a practitioner-focused guide, identifying common forensic and procedural pitfalls and promoting best practice in the handling of serious and sensitive allegations.
The title is published by Bloomsbury Professional and is available in print and online via Bloomsbury’s Family Law service.
Save the date! – Thursday 16th April 2026, No5 Barristers’ Chambers, London.
Book launch details to follow.
