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The Ministry of Justice has announced proposed changes to probate fees, due to take effect from 13 July 2026, subject to parliamentary approval. Under the proposed changes, the probate application…

Team DG were getting their hands mucky last week when out on a volunteering morning. They assisted The North East Community Forest (NECF) with tree planting in Consett and planted…

We’d like to extend our sincere congratulations to two of our Trainee Solicitors Caitlin and Emma who complete their trainee seats today. As alumni of Northumbria University, they have regularly…

Our Managing Partner Elspeth Thomson was invited to The House of Lords last week to discuss the Domestic Abuse Act and how it is working in practice. The Act, introduced…

Free online events help North East families navigate divorce or separation during Family Mediation Week (26–30 January) Who lives where? How do we sort money? Who gets the dog?  Couples in…

Our Head of Immigration Bryony was recently invited by the BBC to provide comment on their investigation into Civil Penalties for illegal working. Read…

Many congratulations to one of our family team Beth Tilley who has been accredited as a member of the Law…

For over 45 years, our firm has proudly championed emerging legal talent, fostering a strong culture of training and development. We’re committed to growing from within, and we’re proud…

Many of our clients will be worried about the news of a cyber attack on the Legal Aid Agency (LAA)  Legal Aid Agency data breach -…

David Gray Solicitors has recently announced a series of exciting internal promotions. Since its founding over 45 years ago, the firm has fostered a strong training culture and has consistently…