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Closing Legal Gaps in Modern Relationships for Resolution’s Awareness Week 2023

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Marking their 40th anniversary, Resolution is pushing to accommodate the changing dynamics of modern relationships, bringing to light the pressing need for increased legal protection for cohabiting individuals. At Ann McCabe Solicitors, we are proud to support Resolution's Awareness Week 2023, during which the organisation has … [Read more...] about Closing Legal Gaps in Modern Relationships for Resolution’s Awareness Week 2023

Ann McCabe Solicitors visit Our Space – a charity in Newcastle under Lyme for families

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On 25th April 2023 I and 2 of my employees went to the Open Day at the Our Space charity in the Brook Centre in Newcastle under Lyme.  It was an opportunity to have a go on the play area without needing the excuse of accompanying a child.  More importantly it was an opportunity to see how far the Our Space charity has come since it … [Read more...] about Ann McCabe Solicitors visit Our Space – a charity in Newcastle under Lyme for families

Resolution Together – One Lawyer Two Clients

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Can we just have one solicitor for our divorce? For all of my career until now, the answer has basically been no but now, thanks to Resolution Together, I am able to offer a new service launched by Resolution in 2022. Quite frequently over the past 30 years, someone separating has phoned my office saying that they and their … [Read more...] about Resolution Together – One Lawyer Two Clients

Are Lasting Powers of Attorney worth the paper they’re not written on?

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Digital Lasting Powers of Attorney A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) allows you to appoint one or more people to make decisions on your behalf during your lifetime. You can complete your own using the official government website, in turn enabling you to use it as a digital Lasting Power of Attorney. While in theory, your … [Read more...] about Are Lasting Powers of Attorney worth the paper they’re not written on?

How separating parents “do your head in” explains family judge HHJudge MacFarlane

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In a rare interview, the most senior judge in England and Wales has explained how separating parents "f**k you up" (a reference to the poem by Philip Larkin).  His Honour Judge Andrew Macfarlane, President of Family Division, spoke to Broadcasting House on Radio 4 on 24 July 2022.  You can listen to the full interview here (about … [Read more...] about How separating parents “do your head in” explains family judge HHJudge MacFarlane

How do we parent after Separation? – a guide from Resolution

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Tips for co-parenting after separation By Sammi Lindop Family Lawyer When families go through separations it not only affects the adults but also the children of the family.  Resolution have put together a guide to help support parents in making the transition of separation as easy as possible with some useful tips to help … [Read more...] about How do we parent after Separation? – a guide from Resolution

No Fault Divorce becomes Law

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What is a no fault Divorce? By Sammi Lindop The new Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 is due to come in force on 6 April 2022.  This will introduce the new ‘no fault’ divorce making the divorce process less acrimonious and in turn, the aim is to make the process of sorting out associated matters such as finances and … [Read more...] about No Fault Divorce becomes Law

Adele Baskerville Joins Ann McCabe Solicitors as Head of Private Client department

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Adele is a fantastic addition to the team at Ann McCabe Solicitors.   She took over as head of the Private Client department on 1st February 2022.  She is full of enthusiasm and great ideas for driving the department forward. Like the rest of us at Ann McCabe Solicitors, she puts the client first  - "I always give my clients the … [Read more...] about Adele Baskerville Joins Ann McCabe Solicitors as Head of Private Client department

National Apprenticeship Week 2022

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This year's National Apprenticeship Week is taking place between 7th-13th February. It is a time to celebrate the apprenticeship success stories across the country and recognise the positive impact they have on employers, individuals and the economy. National Apprenticeship Week is a great opportunity to share how Ann McCabe … [Read more...] about National Apprenticeship Week 2022