Reimagining Family Justice 2026: Law, Evidence and Human Impact

Unit Chambers is pleased to host its annual Family Law Conference, Reimagining Family Justice 2026: Law, Evidence and Human Impact, proudly supported by DNA Legal as Title Sponsor.

The conference brings together leading King’s Counsel, practitioners and specialist contributors to examine the key developments shaping family justice today.

This year’s programme focuses on the intersection of law, evidence and human impact, considering how decisions are made in practice and what those decisions mean for the families and individuals affected by the system.

Family justice is shaped not only by legislation and procedure, but by the evidence before the courts and the lived experiences behind every case.

Reimagining Family Justice 2026 brings together legal professionals, experts and voices with lived experience to explore the realities of the system today, and the challenges shaping its future.

Across the day, we will examine how family justice is responding to increasing complexity, evolving technology, and growing expectations around transparency, fairness and participation.

Sessions throughout the day will explore key areas including:

• Lessons Learned and the Future of Family Justice
• Domestic Abuse in 2026: Law, Evidence and Practice Update
• AI in Family Law Practice: Opportunities, Risks and Ethical Boundaries
• The Future of DNA Evidence in Family Proceedigs
• Vulnerability, Neurodiversity and Compassion in Family Proceedings
• Post-Adoption Contact: Developments, Challenges and Future Directions
• Lived Experience of the Care System

• A full-day in-person conference with leading speakers in family justice
• Sessions from experienced practitioners and specialist contributors
• Practical breakout sessions, including family finance topics
• Interactive discussions and audience Q&A sessions
• Complimentary buffet lunch and refreshments
• Coffee, cake and wellbeing breaks throughout the day
• Opportunities to network with speakers, exhibitors and colleagues from across the sector
• Post-event drinks and networking

This conference is designed to go beyond updates in practice. It offers a space to reflect on how family justice operates in reality - in courtrooms, in professional decision-making, and in the lived experience of those affected by the system.

It is an opportunity to engage with current challenges, share perspectives, and connect with others working across the family justice landscape.

Attending will also contribute to CPD-relevant learning for family law professionals, supporting ongoing development and reflective practice.