Nobody enters a marriage or a civil partnership expecting it to end, but sometimes relationships tend to break down, and separation becomes the best option for everyone involved. If you find yourself in this situation, it can feel overwhelming and tricky to navigate, which is why this blog post aims to give you a better understanding of the legal process to help you navigate through this difficult time with confidence and clarity.

The Statutory Legacy is a fixed sum of money that a surviving spouse or civil partner is entitled to receive from the estate of their partner when they die without making a valid Will and where there are surviving children. In England and Wales, the Statutory Legacy increased to £322,000.00 on 26 July 2023. The sum is intended to provide financial protection to the surviving spouse or civil partner.

Our conveyancing team are frequently asked about covenants and what they mean or do. In this blog, we’re exploring all you need to know.

When a relationship breaks down, making sure children are supported and cared for should always come first. It’s a challenging time for everyone involved, but having clear arrangements in place can help provide stability. Learn more in our Family Law blog.

Unlike traditional assets, digital assets are not always easily transferable upon death. In our blog, our Wills & Estates team are exploring what you can do today to protect your digital assets and your digital memories.

Did you know that property transactions are a particularly good way of laundering criminal money? In this blog, our Conveyancing team explain how solicitors play a crucial role in preventing this, and the strict regulations they must follow.

Prenuptial agreements, or 'prenups', are becoming increasingly common in the UK as a means of financial planning and protection in the event of a divorce. In this blog, our Family Law team explains what a prenup is, and the legal requirements for enforceability.

Learn how to ensure your beloved pets are well-cared for after you're gone in this blog from our Wills & Estates team. Discover the best ways to leave your pets to a trusted person or charity, and explore financial options to cover their ongoing expenses.

In our blog, our conveyancing team explores the pros and cons of buying a listed building. They dive into what a listed building is, the different grades, and the importance of listed building consent for any alterations.

In our blog, our Family Law team is talking about CAFCASS (Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service) and the work they do to look out for children's best interests in Court.

In our blog, our Wills & Estates team confronts a frequent head-scratcher: what to do when beneficiaries are missing or unknown. Read on to find out.

Our Conveyancing team are often asked about leasehold properties, and whether they are a good or a bad thing. In this blog, they are shedding light on this frequently asked question.

If you are divorced or intend to divorce, you may already be aware of the importance of a financial order. However, changing a financial order can be tricky unless in exceptional circumstances. Our Family Law team explain more in this blog.

Have you ever wondered who has the right to see your will? During your lifetime, it's completely up to you who you share it with. But after you pass away, things get a bit more complex. Our Wills & Estates team have got all the answers in our blog.

Have you exchanged contracts on your property sale or purchase? There's one crucial step remaining: Completion. The Conveyancing team are diving into the completion process in this blog post, guiding you through everything you need to know.

When a child is born, who has parental responsibility can shape the foundation of that child's future. In this blog, the Family Law team delve into what parental responsibility is, who has it, and how it can be obtained.

A Life Interest Trust offers a method of safeguarding your property and other financial assets. Our Private Client team have put together this factsheet to help you with all you need to know about Life Interest Trusts, and whether you should set one up.

When all previous steps of the conveyancing process have successfully been completed, the buyer and seller can move on to the exchange of contracts. But how does that happen? Read our blog to find out.

Members of our Family Law team attended a lecture day at College Chambers in October 2023, which included a variety of lectures across matrimonial finances, children matters and contested probate. Read about their experience in this blog.

Our Private Client department are frequently asked about Wills, and why they are important to make. That’s why the team have put together this Wills factsheet to help answer any questions you may have about Wills and their importance.