As we approach Christmas, thoughts naturally turn to what plans to make, and whether we will be able to see family and friends over the Christmas period. At the time of writing, we are currently in the extended lockdown which is due to be [...]

A Law Commission consultation paper has recently been published considering some issues couples may face when looking to marry. This consultation is to address the regulations as to where and how people marry, for which there have been calls for reform for some time [...]

Paying for care home costs can be a real concern as we get older and become more incapacitated, especially where we would like our children to inherit or benefit from the sale of the family home after we are gone. So naturally, many of us [...]

For many parents and children, the end of the school holidays is usually approached with excitement and relief, however matters are somewhat different this year due to the ongoing Covid-19 situation. Parents may be concerned about the possible risk of children returning to school, and [...]

If a loved one has recently passed away, and you have been named as an executor of their will, assuming you are willing and able to act in this capacity, the legal responsibility will rest with you to administer the deceased’s estate. This may seem [...]

When facing divorce, one of the most acrimonious issues for couples can be the division of assets moving forward, especially when it comes to any beloved pet. In fact, arguments over pets are becoming increasingly common. Below we look at the rules relating to pets [...]

Mewies Solicitors have warned that executors and beneficiaries could be facing a lengthy wait if they hold off applying for Grant of Probate. Last year grieving families faced delays of three months to due to software problems at HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS), plus [...]

The end of any relationship can be extremely difficult and painful to navigate, and clients often say they are feeling out of control in their current situation. It is likely that there will be fears about how the future will look as a single person, [...]

The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill which, when passed, will end the need for fault to be assigned within divorce proceedings has  reached the next stage after MP’s voted in favour after the second reading in the House of Commons. Current Divorce law means [...]

Following the Covid-19 pandemic, and the government advice to work from home wherever possible, work as a family lawyer has changed significantly. We as a department were already well set up to be able to work from home, with the case management system containing [...]