Navigating Grief with Support: The Role of a Knowledgeable Private Client Solicitor

Navigating Grief with Support: The Role of a Knowledgeable Private Client Solicitor National Grief Awareness Week Special Grieving the loss of a loved one is a profound and challenging experience, marked by a rollercoaster of emotions and practical concerns. During this National Grief Awareness Week, we explore how having a knowledgeable private client solicitor can […]

What are the different types of Family Mediation?

What are the different types of Family Mediation? There are many different models of family mediation available and you should be aware of the different models before making a decision on whether mediation is the right process for you.   If it is, the option that best suits your needs to make the process as […]

Recent case shows risk of DIY Wills

Recent case shows risk of DIY Wills The August 2023 case of Ingram and Whitfield v Abraham [2023] EWHC 1982 (Ch) dealt with the 2019 Will of Joanna Abraham which was drafted with the assistance of her brother (the defendant) using an online template.  The Will was signed and executed correctly and was for all intent and […]

What is Nesting? Is it for me?

What is Nesting? Is it for me? ‘Nesting’ or ‘bird nesting’ – the concept of a separating couple making a joint decision to live separately (most usually in separate properties) but share the family home for the purposes of child arrangements. Is this a concept we are going to be seeing more of?  The idea […]

Frequently Asked Questions – Wills

Frequently Asked Questions – Wills What is a Will and why do I need one?  A Will is a legal document that outlines your wishes regarding the distribution of your assets after your death.  It allows you to appoint guardians for any minor children and to appoint executors (the people you wish to manage your […]

What happens to your pets on divorce?

Say hello to Monty, our family Cockerpoo.

He came into our lives as an 8 week old pup, 10 years ago. A fluffy ball of black with little white socks on a couple of his paws. On the way home from collecting him we joked that the front half was mine and the back half belonged to my husband but really, he is my husband’s dog.

We’re all going on a summer holiday…

If the all the lovely sunshine this May Half Term has got you thinking ahead to the summer holidays and perhaps booking a trip for you and your children, what do you need to be thinking about if you are separated from your spouse or partner?