The Autumn Budget 2024 - how will it affect your divorce?
On 30 October Rachel Reeves delivered her Budget, the first from a Labour government in almost 15 years. The headlines have been all about a rise in taxes, albeit personal…
Non-Court Dispute Resolution - why you should try it
It has been almost 6 months since the Family Procedure Rules changed to encourage and mandate the use of non-court dispute resolution methods such as mediation and arbitration. We are…
Family law jargon - what does it all mean?
Whether you are going through a divorce, a child arrangement dispute or any family law issue, you will probably have heard various legal terms and jargon throughout the process. Dealing…
A Conversation with Sara Barnes
We believe finding the right solicitor for your case is crucial. That is why we thought it would be useful to know our team a bit better. Each month we…
A guide to the rights of grandparents
In 1990, Age UK introduced Grandparents’ Day in the UK, now celebrated on 2 October each year. Whilst it is not an official holiday, it is a reminder of the…
Making room after divorce – dividing the home contents
Divorce is a stressful time, with so many decisions to be made whilst dealing with heightened emotions, especially if children are involved. You’ve got a great lawyer, but then you…
What is a Form E and how do I complete it?
The first step in most financial remedy cases is the exchange of financial disclosure. This means the sharing of information relating to your financial position. In most cases, a Form…
A Conversation with Georgia Burrell
At E J Coombs, we pride ourselves on client care. We believe it is incredibly important that our clients have a good working relationship with their solicitor so they feel…