We explain why advertising for creditors can help protect executors from personal liability to the deceased’s debt. For advice, call 0800 652 8025. Award winning national firm based in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.
Written by
Samantha Neagle
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Families turn to out-of-court solutions as UK family courts face continued judge shortage
Family law
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The family courts in England and Wales are under unprecedented strain, with growing backlogs and delays caused by an acute shortage of judges and a looming recruitment and retention crisis.
Written by
Rebecca Aston-Jones
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Genetic modification of human embryos – a slippery slope?
Medical negligence
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British Scientists from the Francis Crick Institute have sought permission from the government’s fertility regulator, to genetically modify human embryos.
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Grandparents’ rights under Section 8 of the Children Act 1989
Family law
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Section 8 of the Children Act 1989 acknowledges the importance of maintaining relationships between children and their extended family members, including grandparents.
Written by
Paige Atherton
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A search (and seizure) order is a powerful tool in the litigator’s armoury where there are concerns in a dispute that crucial evidence will not be preserved.
Written by
Louise Goodwin
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How to increase the effectiveness of your lasting power of attorney
Private wealth
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Lasting powers of attorney (LPAs) are vitally important documents: they give someone power to make decisions about your financial affairs, or to make decisions in relation to your personal welfare, after you lose capacity.
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We are delighted to invite you to our next HR Lunch Club event. These events look to provide you with practical information, essential action points and hands-on tips, together with a run down on any new or updated legislation and case study highlights. This event is hosted by Paula Squire, Kathryn Walters and Charlotte Cowgill from our Employment team. In person… “HR & Employment Law Lunch Club – June 2026”
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Is failing to perform a C-section always negligent?
Medical negligence
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Clinical negligence solicitor, Vanessa Harris, specialises in claims involving obstetric injury and shares her experience of dealing with these types of claims.
Written by
Vanessa Harris
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Making a lasting power of attorney – what to consider
Court of Protection
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Some important considerations when making a Lasting Power of Attorney. Contact a solicitor on 0800 652 8025 for a consultation. Award winning national firm based in Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton & Taunton.
Written by
Anne Minihane
and
Rebecca Clarke
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