Legal aid provides crucial support for those who cannot afford legal representation in family law matters. However, since the Legal Aid, Sentencing and Punishment of Offenders Act 2012 (LASPO) came into force, access has been significantly restricted. This guide explains which cases still qualify for family solicitors legal aid and what evidence you’ll need to […]
Understanding the Probate Process: Why Probate Solicitors Matter
Probate in the UK is crucial to organising and dispersing the estate of a person who has died. Though the process is meant to get your assets handled lawfully and fairly, it can be tricky and time-consuming, especially if you’re not familiar with the legal process. As experienced probate solicitors, we know how difficult this […]
Domestic Violence in Divorce: Protections in the Law and Claiming Justice
When it comes to divorce proceedings, as a skilled family law solicitor, one of the most poignant and urgent matters that we can deal with is domestic violence. Abuse can also be an important component of marital dissolution and has direct implications for the legal process of divorce. Any victim should take this very seriously, […]
Legal Mistakes to Avoid During Divorce
Advice from an Experienced Divorce Solicitor You don’t just part ways in divorce. With reams of paperwork to fill in, the end of a relationship is a legal process. With 30 years of experience as a divorce solicitor in the UK, I’ve watched countless people trip up along the way, making avoidable blunders that provoke […]
The Case for Streamlining the Conveyancing Process in the UK
In an era where efficiency is valued above all in service delivery, it’s about time the conveyancing process in the UK undergoes a significant overhaul. As a seasoned solicitor specialising in conveyancing, I know the cumbersome and often antiquated procedures that clients and conveyancing solicitors alike must navigate. It’s not merely an inconvenience; it’s a […]