Ever wondered how the law ensures protection for the mentally impaired and those with acquired brain injuries? This fascinating discussion with Ellie Norman and John McKenzie from Warners Law's Court of Protection team will provide you with a clear and in-depth understanding of it all. From the powers and responsibilities of the court, to the intriguing role of a deputy, you'll discover a side of law that safeguards the rights and interests of the vulnerable in our society. Get ready f...
Uncovering the issues within the family court system, we venture into an illuminating discussion with our Family Law Partner, Keith Unger from Warners Solicitors. We dissect the various challenges currently distressing the system, be it frequent adjournments, administrative shortcomings or the recent digital shift for filing documents. Keith unravels these obstacles with real-life anecdotes, demonstrating how they impact, delay and complicate court proceedings, often leaving his clients emoti...
What if the most valuable asset in your divorce was something you barely gave a thought to? Unravel this as Charles Tennant, a specialist in family law from Warners Solicitors, takes us through the intricate, and often misunderstood, world of pensions and divorce. Charles expertly demystifies the complexities around how pensions are divided during a divorce, revealing the ins and outs of options like pension sharing, pension offsetting, and the seldom-used pension attachment. He sheds light o...
In this episode of Legal Chat, Charles Tenant talks about no-fault divorce, one year on from the law change. The divorce process has dramatically changed in the last 20 years, traditional paperwork filled with legal jargon is no longer needed and its now as simple as filling out an online form on GOV.UK. Charles discusses some of the benefits and negatives of the no-fault divorce system as well as providing advice for anyone currently going through, or considering the divorce process.
In this episode of Legal Chat, Louise Brenlund talks about Employment Law and shares an insight into her role as Head of Employment Law as well as providing details on some of her most interesting cases.
In this episode Kate Barker, an associate in the Private Client team at Warners Solicitors discusses LPA's and some of the common questions asked about this.
Fiona Taylor, a partner in the Probate and Estates team at Warners Solicitors explores what probate is and looks at common problems that can arise when administering an estate.
Charles Tennant, a partner in the Family Law team at Warners Solicitors explores what a prenuptial agreement is and why couples should consider making a prenuptial agreement.
Mathew Aves a partner in the Family Law team at Warners Solicitors discusses the new updates to the 'No Fault Divorce'.
In this episode, Matthew Aves talks about the upcoming changes to divorce law including the new 'no-fault' divorce. Matthew answers some of the most commonly asked questions such as: What are the upcoming changes and what is 'no-fault' divorce.How is it different to the current process and why does divorce law need to reform?Will there be any changes to the amount of time it takes to get divorced?If one party doesn’t want to get divorced, will they be able to contest it?What about deal...
In this episode, Will Norton talks about Lasting Powers of Attorney, also known as LPAs. Will answers some of the most commonly asked questions such as: What is a Lasting Powers of Attorney? What is the difference between a Lasting Power of Attorney and an Enduring Power of Attorney? Who can be my Attorney’s and does it have to be a professional? What happens if I do not have a Lasting Powers of Attorney and I lose capacity?Will is a solicitor in the private client...
In this episode, Rebecca Massam talks about Alternative Dispute Resolution in Family Law Matters. Rebecca answers some of the most commonly asked questions such as: What is Alternative Dispute Resolution or ADR? What are the different Alternative Dispute Resolutions available in family law?What is mediation?What happens at mediation? What is collaborative law and how does it work in practice? How long will the collaborative process take?How do I know if these alternative...
In this episode, Matthew Aves talks about the arrangements for children when getting divorced. Matthew answers some of the most commonly asked questions such as: What happens if we cannot agree with whom the children should live?What are my rights to see the children?Where will a child live if we separate or divorce if only one of us is the child's parent?What are the rules for adopted children and foster children if we separate or divorce?Do we have to get a court order saying what wi...
In this episode, Keith Unger talks about the process that is involved when getting divorced. Keith answers some of the most commonly asked questions such as: What is involved in getting divorced and how long does it take?What can I do if my ex won’t agree to a divorce?What does it mean if a divorce is uncontested?What are the grounds for divorce?Does the reason for the divorce affect how the financial settlement is worked out?Can money one of us expects to inherit be taken into account...
In this episode, David Cooper talks about Lasting Powers of Attorney, also known as LPAs. David answers some of the most commonly asked questions such as: What is a Lasting Powers of Attorney? What is the difference between a Lasting Power of Attorney and an Enduring Power of Attorney? Who can be my Attorney’s and does it have to be a professional? What happens if I do not have a Lasting Powers of Attorney and I lose capacity?David is a solicitor in the private cli...
In this episode, Martin Terrell discusses the Court of Protection. Martin is a well-known and acknowledged expert in Court of Protection matters. He is recognised as a leading individual in this field by both legal directories, The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners. Martin has lectured and written extensively on Court of Protection and elderly client matters. In this episode, Martin gives his insight into what it's really like working with the Court of Protection. He also disc...
In this episode, Gail Hall looks at how we can all prepare for older age. It can be a costly business getting old if you are in declining health. No government for the last decade has had the appetite for getting to grips with the mounting cost of social care, so the cost of paying for your care could be down to you. Gail discusses the options that are available to you, including the little-known 'attendance allowance' benefit. There are lots of steps that you can take now to make thi...
In this episode, Simon Garner discusses Inheritance Tax and Declarations of Trust. Simon explains what Inheritance Tax is and who’s responsibility it is to pay it. He also describes how most estates don’t fall within the Inheritance Tax threshold because they can make use of certain exemptions and reliefs. Simon discusses the three main areas where clients reduce the amount of Inheritance Tax that may be due on their estates, including Wills, donating to charities and giving gifts. In t...