What happens in child arrangements proceedings?
Associate solicitor Rebecca Patience and Legal Apprentice Grace McGarvey from Harrison Drury’s divorce and family law team outline the general procedures when undertaking child arrangement proceedings for separating parents. When…
Harrison Drury renews support for Preston Grasshoppers with sponsorship deal
Iconic rugby union club Preston Grasshoppers has received a major boost ahead of the new season after securing the backing of club sponsor Harrison Drury solicitors. The Lancashire-based law firm…
Ending an Assured Shorthold Tenancy – the rules on Gas Safety Certificates
A recent County Court judgment suggests that to serve a valid section 21 notice, a gas safety certificate will need be provided to the tenant before the tenancy commences. Zoe…
Common questions on divorce: Will I lose my legal rights regarding the family home if I move out?
As family lawyers, we are frequently contacted by individuals going through separation and divorce who are concerned that if they leave the family home it may have an impact on…
An outline of the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022
Over recent years there has been negative press surrounding the payment and review of ground rents charged on residential leasehold properties. This has led to reform in this area. Associate…
Terry bolsters Harrison Drury’s regulatory team
Harrison Drury has appointed experienced regulatory and commercial lawyer Terry Griffin to support further growth of its regulatory law team. A fully qualified civil and commercial mediator, Terry joins us…
I’m divorced, can I take my children on holiday abroad?
With the summer holidays upon us, many families will be planning holidays abroad. For separated and divorced parents this can be a particularly difficult time of the year. Jenna Atkinson…
Landmark judgment on collateral warranties used in new Court of Appeal case
A legal precedent established in 2013 with help from Harrison Drury’s property litigation team has been used to determine another construction dispute at the Court of Appeal. The case has…
Commercial rent arrears – Do I have to pay rent if I closed during the pandemic?
Alex Walmsley, solicitor in our commercial property litigation team, takes a fresh look at the issue of commercial rent arrears caused by the coronavirus pandemic following a recent Court of…
Clare joins commercial property team at Harrison Drury
Harrison Drury has grown its commercial property team with the appointment of senior associate Clare Davey. Clare, who joins the firm from Progression Solicitors in Lancaster, will be based at…
