As much as Christmas is known as the ‘most wonderful time of the year’, it can be a difficult and challenging time for separated families looking to make arrangements to spend time with their children. Read our recent article, written by Emelia Garnett, Trainee Apprentice Solicitor.

As we enter the festive season, our Family Law team has achieved a remarkable legal outcome that demonstrates our unwavering commitment to protecting vulnerable clients and their children. Read our most recent article to find out more.

With Christmas approaching, it is important to remember that the festive period can be a frightening and isolating experience for victims of domestic abuse. There is a worrying increase in domestic abuse over Christmas, with many people off work resulting in more time spent at home, increased alcohol consumption, financial strain and family tensions rising. Read Niamh Docherty, Trainee Solicitor at Ramsdens most recent blog for further information.

This week is Road Safety Week (17th to 23rd November 2024) which is a campaign held by Brake, the Road Safety Charity. Read Holly Richardson, Trainee Solicitor at Ramsdens, most recent article on the impact of road traffic accidents and the effect they have on those close to the victims.

Domestic Abuse and the Financial Remedy Courts – Time for Change? Financial remedy proceedings are a Court led process to determine how the assets of divorcing couples are to be divided. Read Emelia Garnett, Trainee Apprentice Solicitor's recent article here.

This autumn has heralded 2 major changes in the way that courts approach Alternative Dispute Resolution (“ADR”). Read our most recent article, written by Hilary Garnett, Partner to find out more.

Expected changes to Stamp Duty thresholds, so what does this mean if you're looking to buy a new property or piece of land in the next few months? Read our recent article, written by Lindsey Frith, Head of Conveyancing to find out more.

So, first things first, the bill probably will not become law until mid 2025 and any rights under it won’t come into force until 2026. As always, the devil will be in the detail, some of the headlines are eye catching but the consultation process usually waters things down. Read more to find out what the key points to note are...