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The Core Text Series takes the reader straight to the heart of the subject, providing a reliable and invaluable guide for students of law at all levels. Written by leading academics, and renowned for their clarity, these concise texts explain the intellectual challenges of each area of the law.Family Law enables students to develop a clear understanding of the law itself, and an insight into the tensions that surround family life in all its incarnations. The complex personal relations between adults, children, and the State, are all fully explored, highlighting the controversial issues which face family lawyers today.Clearly written and presented, Family Law incorporates chapter summaries and self-test questions to highlight key topics for discussion and reflection, and selected reading lists for those wishing to conduct further research.Online Resource CentreUpdatesWeb links