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Does it ever pay to represent yourself in court?

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By Ann McCabe Representing yourself in court is increasingly common but can be a risky strategy.  Getting expert legal advice at the beginning can avoid costly mistakes. The risks of representing yourself in court Anyone considering representing themselves in court should watch this video on the BBC website: Does it ever pay … [Read more...] about Does it ever pay to represent yourself in court?

“Bird Nesting”

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A new way to share care of children following separation? By Sammi Lindop 24th August 2021 What is bird nesting? Bird nesting is a new trend that seems to becoming more and more popular between separated parents.  This is a simple idea.  After divorce or separation the children remain living in the family home whilst … [Read more...] about “Bird Nesting”

Ann McCabe Solicitors are hiring in Newcastle under Lyme

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We are looking for Family and Wills and Probate lawyers to join our growing and busy High Street practice       Family Lawyer Wills and Probate Lawyer Ann McCabe established Ann McCabe Solicitors in April 2016 and we are now a team of 7 lawyers.  We are a small growing business built on firm foundations.  … [Read more...] about Ann McCabe Solicitors are hiring in Newcastle under Lyme

Divorce without blame will finally become law

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The Government has announced that no-fault divorce will become law on 6th April 2022. For family lawyers, this is a monumental change to the current divorce process. Under the present divorce process, if you want to start a divorce straightaway, you have to cast blame either by setting out examples of the other spouse's … [Read more...] about Divorce without blame will finally become law

Philip and Elizabeth: the end of a record breaking marriage

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The tributes pour in for Prince Philip who died today at the age of 99 years.  He was a polymath and royal in his own right, having been born a Prince of Greece before the revolution that exiled him.  There is much about him upon which I am not qualified to comment - founder of the Duke of Edinburgh awards, conservationist, … [Read more...] about Philip and Elizabeth: the end of a record breaking marriage

Coronavirus and Children Arrangements – One Year On

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Just over one year ago everyone’s lives changed in various unprecedented ways. We needed to adapt and function as best we could in a new entirely remote world. I think I speak for the majority when I say that we thought it may just be a short blip and before long, things would be back to normal… Fast forward one year, and here … [Read more...] about Coronavirus and Children Arrangements – One Year On

Two employees start course with CiLex Law School

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  Ann McCabe Solicitors are very proud to announce that two employees, Sammi Lindop and Daniella Fells have started a paralegal apprenticeship course with the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives Law School, specialising in Family Law. This 2 year course lays the foundation in the law that might otherwise be … [Read more...] about Two employees start course with CiLex Law School

Business as ‘normal’ during Covid

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As we work through another lockdown, Ann McCabe Solicitors wants to reassure all of our clients that our firm is taking all necessary precautions to keep you safe. Our staff are working from home the majority of the time, visiting the office only when necessary to deal with post or for face-to-face meetings.  Visits to the office … [Read more...] about Business as ‘normal’ during Covid

Online Probate applications now mandatory

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As of 2 November 2020, the court service has made it obligatory to make all applications for Grants of Probate through MyHMCTS - the online service used by professionals to issue, pay for and manage applications within civil and family courts and tribunals. There is a grace period until the end of November within which paper … [Read more...] about Online Probate applications now mandatory