For many of us, the purpose of executing a Will is to make sure our loved ones are provided for once we are no longer around. However, when that loved one has a disability, this can lead to challenges.

Today marks the start of National Stalking Awareness Week 2022 which runs from Monday 25th April 2022 to Friday 29 April 2022.

In February 2022, the Legal Services Agency introduced a discretionary waiver which will now mean that victims of domestic abuse may be eligible to Legal Aid when defending certain Children (NI) Order proceedings even if their financial circumstances might otherwise mean that they are ineligible.

This week saw the introduction of no fault divorce in England and Wales.  Previously in England and Wales, when a couple wished to divorce, one spouse had to either make accusations against the other of unreasonable behaviour or adultery or else face years of separation before being legally able to end their marriage.

Although they have been in place since 2008, there is a renewed interest in Energy Performance Certificates, but what exactly are they and why are they important? 

The first review of the discount rate has been completed under The Damages (Return on Investment) Act (NI) 2022. 

Our Family Law Partner, Claire Edgar recently presented a talk on family law at an event organised by The Voices of Migrant Women. 

On 22nd February 2022, the Protection from Stalking Bill passed its Final Stage at the Stormont Assembly.