Going to Family Court can feel daunting, particularly if it is your first hearing. Whether your case involves child arrangements, divorce or financial matters, knowing what to expect can ease anxiety and help you prepare properly. This guide explains how the Family Court works, what happens on the day of your hearing, how to prepare your evidence, and what steps follow the court’s decision.

It’s Update Your Will Week 2026 — a timely reminder of why keeping your will up to date matters. This blog explains how a current, legally valid will protects your loved ones, clarifies your wishes for your estate and guardianship, and helps avoid costly disputes. Whether you’ve recently had a major life change or just haven’t reviewed your will in years, we outline key reasons to check it now and make sure it reflects your intentions.

Learn what a discretionary trust is, how it works and who’s involved, plus the benefits for protecting assets, providing for loved ones and offering flexibility in estate planning. This article explains how trustees and beneficiaries interact and outlines potential tax implications, helping you decide whether a discretionary trust suits your circumstances.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT are becoming part of everyday life – to seek out information, for practical guidance and to help produce documents, both inside and outside of the workplace. ChatGPT for example, can even explain basic legal concepts. So, you may be wondering: could AI replace the role of a Solicitor […]