Legal Matters Care proceedings specialist appointed director at Huddersfield law firm Huddersfield law firm Wilkinson Woodward Norcliffe and Co has announced the promotion of Children and Care Proceedings specialist Shelley McLachlan to director. Shelley joined the firm in 2014 after achieving a First-Class Law Degree followed by a Master’s in Law and Practice. In 2016 Ms McLachlan qualified as a By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters People encouraged to take a powerful stand The Care Campaign for the Vulnerable have called for an inquiry to investigate the extent of non-consensual ‘Do Not Resuscitate’ orders (DNR) given to elderly and vulnerable people during the coronavirus pandemic. With many families expressing their sadness and dismay about how their dying relatives’ wishes went unheard, a Yorkshire By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Lawyer warns a dispute with your neighbour could stop you from selling your home A Wakefield-based lawyer is warning that arguments with your neighbour could cause problems when it’s time to sell your home and knock thousands off the sale price. Newport Land and Law advise that following a full year of getting to know our neighbours better than ever before during multiple By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Legal firm launches initiative to support lockdown start-ups Harrogate-based law firm, Consilia Legal has announced a new initiative providing business protection advice to Yorkshire-based businesses launched during lockdown with plans to upscale. The specialist Employment Law team at the boutique firm will be offering legal advice on the vital areas of employment law in a bid to support By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Homebuyers armed with advice are undeterred by cladding concerns Despite concerns surrounding cladding on apartment buildings, demand still exists for homes in affected developments, which has been bolstered by new government guidelines recently being announced. However, a leading residential conveyancing lawyer says buyers and sellers must be vigilant, and check the building has the right paperwork is in place By The Editor • 3 min read
Legal Matters The University of Law and Newcastle University announce exclusive partnership The University of Law (ULaw) has announced an exclusive partnership with Newcastle University to deliver specialised postgraduate legal training courses at the leading Russell Group institution's Law School. From September 2021, ULaw's Legal Practice Course (LPC) will be available as a full-time and part-time study option By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Irwin Mitchell national head appointed chair of STEP steering committee The national head of Tax, Trust, Estates and Disputes at leading national law firm has been appointed as chair to the leading specialist will disputes committee in the UK. Partner Paula Myers has been voted in as chair of the Contentious Trusts and Estates SIG Steering Committee for the Society By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Consilia Legal launches local initiative to support lockdown start-ups Harrogate-based law firm, Consilia Legal has announced a new initiative providing business protection advice to Yorkshire-based businesses launched during lockdown with plans to upscale. The specialist Employment Law team at the boutique firm will be offering legal advice on the vital areas of employment law in a bid to support By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Wetherby businessman speaks out after winning compensation A successful Wetherby businessman has spoken after winning a five figure sum in compensation from a council for the childhood abuse he experienced while in its care. Richie Barlow (38) managing director of award-winning pet care and well-being specialist The Dog Walker, was placed in a council home by his By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters New employment specialist strengthens corporate team at Ison Harrison Yorkshire law firm Ison Harrison has appointed a new senior solicitor to its corporate law division. Corporate employment expert Ben Palmer will be based at Ison Harrison’s Leeds City Centre office. He joins the expanding regional team having previously been head of the employment division at Oakwood Solicitors. Ben By The Editor • 2 min read
Legal Matters Senior matrimonial finance barrister joins Leeds Parklane Plowden Chambers Parklane Plowden Chambers (PLP) has announced that nationally renowned matrimonial finance barrister, Francesca Fothergill, has joined the set. Francesca, who was called to the Bar in 1994, joins the Leeds and Newcastle-based chambers from St Philips Chambers, where she was joint head of the family finance team. She practices across By The Editor • 1 min read
Legal Matters Specialist Yorkshire legal practice celebrates third Birthday with positive growth Leeds-based employment law specialist practice Thrive Law – headed up by solicitor and leading mental health campaigner Jodie Hill – is celebrating its third birthday, hot on the heels of experiencing a surge in enquiries as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, and following Jodie’s active media presence as the go By The Editor • 2 min read
