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December 2, 2022   |   Written by: Alex Bristow

Creating a Lasting Power of Attorney is a sensible step as you approach your later years in life, as it can give you greater protection and independence when planning how your health, wellbeing, and finances will be managed.

November 30, 2022   |   Written by: Alex Bristow

When a person dies, their estate (property, possessions, and money) needs to be dealt with in accordance with their wishes as set out in their will.  The first step in settling and distributing someone’s estate is to obtain a Grant ...

November 25, 2022   |   Written by: Nigel Smith

When relationships break down, the impact on children is often underestimated. Many children experience an array of confusing and frightening emotions and behaviours as they witness their family unit fall apart. Making the right arrangements for a child’s long-term care ...

November 18, 2022   |   Written by: Nigel Smith

Many observers have speculated that the Covid-19 pandemic fuelled a rise in divorce, not just in the UK, but across the world. Faced with a potent mix of enforced lockdowns, social distancing, and soaring anxiety, many relationships suffered irretrievable damage, ...

November 11, 2022   |   Written by: Liam O’Shea

Disputes between employers and employees occur from time to time and, often, they can be resolved quickly and satisfactorily if promptly handled in a sensitive way. However, where a dispute persists and a resolution cannot be agreed upon, it may ...

November 4, 2022   |   Written by: Nigel Smith

At Astle Paterson, our divorce and family legal specialists can support you through all stages of the child arrangement order process. Our professional and caring team will work closely with you and your family to ensure that the needs of ...

October 4, 2022   |   Written by: Liam O’Shea

  Commercial litigation solicitors are there to carry out specialist work that is crucial to a business’ smooth operation and compliance.

September 29, 2022   |   Written by: Lauren Jones

  Divorce is reputed to be among life’s most stressful events. The irretrievable breakdown of a marriage or civil partnership, with many associated (and often conflicting) emotions, can be intensely difficult for both parties; however, when the arrangements for children ...

September 27, 2022   |   Written by: Alex Bristow

  Writing a will is essential to ensure that your assets – your money, possessions, and property – are distributed in the way that you wish after your death. Many people assume that their assets will be automatically passed to ...