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The recent case of Rachel Thompson has once again emphasised the importance of making a will and keeping it up to date. Mrs Thompson’s husband…

Clients who are investigated for the first time often worry that if they are given a caution or are convicted, then they might never be able to get a…

As you may well be aware, David Beckham got banned from driving yesterday (9 May 2019). Being banned from driving can happen to anyone, and the rich and famous…

What is a PLO letter? PLO stands for ‘Public Law Outline’, a set of rules outlining the duties of the local authority when they are concerned about the welfare of…

Upskirting is the taking of surreptitious, sexually intrusive photographs.  This is now a specific criminal offence in England and Wales punishable by up to two years in prison…

According to a survey carried out by Lloyds Bank, 56% of young people are worried about joining the property ladder, however, only 27% of these have discussed this with…

The Government have announced today that they will be changing the law to allow no fault divorce.  This comes on the back of years of campaigning by

First things first, if you think you are at risk of harm, it is important that you inform the Police.  You may also be able to secure long-term protection by…

“There is no legal aid in family cases anymore” – the incorrect myth that makes every family lawyer want to scream from the rooftops. Whilst the guidelines that govern family…

Grandparents Rights: The rights grandparents have for contact with their grandchildren is something that has become a topical issue again recently as it was raised in the Commons…