Family
How to recognise financial abuse in a…
The Domestic Abuse Act 2021 now recognises ‘economic abuse’ as a form of domestic abuse within the legal definition. Jenna Atkinson, associate solicitor, and Louise Shaw, trainee solicitor, from our…
Do I have to share my inheritance…
The requirement to share an inheritance received during a marriage is a significant concern for couples going through a divorce. The family team at Harrison Drury are regularly involved in…
The benefits of nesting when co-parenting a…
For parties with children who have recently separated, the question may arise as to how best to co-parent. A separation is a significant event in a child’s life and many…
Pre-nuptial agreements: Do you need one?
While the idea of signing a pre-nuptial agreement may seem unromantic or pessimistic, this is far from the truth, they are a sensible way of starting a marriage with a…
Can I find out about a partner’s…
Jenna Atkinson and Olivia Moore, from our family law team give an overview of the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme, also known as Clare’s Law, which gives people the right to…
Making arrangements for children at Christmas
As Christmas approaches, the question often comes up in family law as to who is entitled to spend time with the children and when. Jenna Atkinson, associate solicitor in our…
Family disputes – what are your rights…
In our latest guest blog, John Osborne partner and Head of Family Law and corporate solicitor, Chloe Wishart teamed up with Karl Hodson, partner at UK Business Finance, part of…
Overcoming school holiday conflict as a separated…
The school summer holidays can often be a time of stress for separated parents trying to arrange childcare cover and plan holidays at home or abroad. Rebecca Patience, family law…
Navigating contact with your children on Father’s…
Coping with the emotional stress of separation can make it difficult to navigate contact arrangements for any children involved. Rebecca Patience, senior associate solicitor and Grace McGarvey, legal apprentice from…
What is a grant of probate and…
A grant of probate (or grant of representation) is a legal document that confirms the executors of a will that have the authority to manage and administer the estate of…
Why do I need a will?
Rebecca Mitchell-Smith, a solicitor in our private client team, provides a quick guide to the importance of having an up-to-date will and outlines the process behind preparing one. A will…
What should I expect in a remote…
Since the coronavirus pandemic, the Family Court in England and Wales has adopted the use of remote court hearings. In this post, we look at how remote Family Court hearings…
No-fault divorce law – The key changes
On April 6, 2022, the Divorce Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 commenced introducing the new no-fault divorce law. Jenna Atkinson from Harrison Drury’s divorce and family law team look at…
Can I make arrangements with my ex-partner…
Jenna Atkinson, from Harrison Drury’s divorce and family law team provides helpful guidance for parents seeking to have and maintain contact with their children after separation and divorce. Ending a…
Is an Islamic faith marriage protected under…
John Osborne, Partner in Harrison Drury’s divorce and family law team, outlines the position for Islamic faith marriages following a recent ruling in the Court of Appeal. Islamic faith marriages,…
How does the law recognise transgender parents?
Rebecca Patience, family law solicitor based at our Lancaster office, considers a recent judgment on the legal status of a transgender parent. A court ruling handed down on September 25, 2019, confirmed…
