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The risks of a DIY divorce

The divorce process has recently been made a lot simpler, but it is important to understand the potential risks of ...

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What the Renters’ Rights Act means for landlords

With the Renters’ Rights Act now in effect, landlords, letting agents and property professionals are facing a new regulatory landscape ...

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Changes to Non-Molestation Orders for 2026

Revised guidance was issued by the president of the Family Division on Non-Molestation Orders, which came into effect on 12th ...

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A divorce made easier: expert legal support when you need it most

Divorce is rarely easy. For many people, it represents one of the most difficult periods of their lives. Relationships are ...

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What you need to know about landlords and tenants’ rights in 2026

The legal landscape for landlords and tenants is changing rapidly, and we want to keep you in the loop. With ...

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Ā£700 raised for St. Giles during Wills Fortnight

November 9, 2018   |   Written by: Sally Wileman

As part of our commitment to supporting local charities, we have again been taking part in Wills Fortnight for St. Giles Hospice. This year, we’re proud to have raise an amazing Ā£700 for St. Giles, who support people in the ...

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Who can be an executor of a Will?

November 9, 2018   |   Written by:

There are a lot of decisions to make when creating your Will. A key question that is often asked is who can be an executor of a Will? Friends or family members So, who can be an executor of a ...

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New rules for Notarising commercial documents for the UAE (United Arab Emirates)

November 6, 2018   |   Written by: Martin Astle

Notarising and legalising commercial documents for the UAE can be a confusing process for some; unfortunately, it has become more complicated due to changes in the requirements from the UAE. If you’re looking to get documents notarised for UAE (the ...

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Wear it Pink: Charity success continues at Astle Paterson

October 25, 2018   |   Written by: Sally Wileman

The team at Astle Paterson has joined together once again to raise money for the Wear it Pink fundraiser, supporting the fight against breast cancer.

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Video: What you need to know about Lasting Powers of Attorney

October 24, 2018   |   Written by: Maria Pusey

In our latest video our resident expert on LPAs, Maria Pusey, answers some of the most commonly asked legal questions about the subject.

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Video: Landlord law & tenant law, your commonly asked legal questions answered

October 15, 2018   |   Written by: Liam O’Shea

Watch our video on landlord & tenant law. Our leading expert on landlord services is here to give advice on how to avoid potential legal pitfalls.

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Wishing a happy retirement to Paul Walters

October 11, 2018

Paul Walters, family law solicitor at Astle Paterson for 12 years, has now taken retirement. We wish Paul all the best in his next adventure.

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Do it Yourself Probate: the tax pitfalls | probate and inheritance tax

October 10, 2018

There are a number of myths and misunderstandings about how Inheritace Tax works; that can be a problem with the rising trend of Do It Yourself probate.

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DIY Probate: beware the risks!

October 8, 2018   |   Written by:

The practice of ā€œDIY probateā€ may seem like a cheaper solution for lay executors, but it may in fact cost greatly in the long run if handled poorly.

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A big thank you to everyone who supported our MacMillan Coffee Morning

October 2, 2018   |   Written by: Sally Wileman

We would like to thank everyone who helped us to raise £621.90 for MacMillan Cancer Support. We pride ourselves on helping this worthy cause.

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