Why Legal Certainty Matters More Than Ever in a World of AI
General
16 July 2026
Artificial intelligence is changing the way people access legal information. Today, business owners, employers, healthcare professionals, company directors and individuals can ask AI tools...
Why the Inheritance Act Exists: The Safety Net Behind “Testamentary Freedom”
Private Wealth
15 July 2026
Whenever a story about a contested will appears in the news, the comments section fills with a familiar refrain: “it’s their money, they can leave it to whoever they want.” As a solicitor who...
Why Legal Certainty Matters More Than Ever in a World of AI
General
16 July 2026
Artificial intelligence is changing the way people access legal information. Today, business owners, employers, healthcare professionals, company directors and individuals can ask AI tools...
Why the Inheritance Act Exists: The Safety Net Behind “Testamentary Freedom”
Private Wealth
15 July 2026
Whenever a story about a contested will appears in the news, the comments section fills with a familiar refrain: “it’s their money, they can leave it to whoever they want.” As a solicitor who...
Divorce in 2026: What You Need to Know Before You Start Proceedings
Family Law
13 July 2026
Deciding to divorce is rarely straightforward. Even where both people agree that the marriage has come to an end, the legal, financial, and practical decisions that follow can feel overwhelming....
First-Time Buyer Legal Tips: Avoiding Common Property Pitfalls
Conveyancing
7 July 2026
Buying your first home is an exciting milestone. After months of searching, viewing properties, and securing a mortgage in principle, it can be tempting to focus solely on getting the keys as...
Neighbour Disputes: Practical Legal Steps to Resolve Common Issues
General
2 July 2026
Most people hope to enjoy a peaceful relationship with their neighbours. After all, good neighbours can make life easier, safer and more enjoyable. Unfortunately, disputes between neighbours are...
10 Legal Checks Every Small Business Should Complete This Year
Commercial Law
19 June 2026
Running a small business means wearing a lot of hats. Sales, operations, recruitment, marketing, finance – the list never seems to end. With so many competing priorities, legal housekeeping often...
CQC – The Need For A Coherent Inspection Framework
Health & Social Care
16 June 2026
I’m Neil Grant, a Partner at Gordons Partnership Solicitors. On May 6 2026, the Care Quality Commission held a workshop attended by over 1000 people. It was convened to update the sector on where...
Every week, we speak with families who are devastated – not just by grief, but by the discovery that a loved one’s final wishes may not be worth the paper they’re written on. The rise of...
Simon Cavadino, Director and Care Consultant, The Woodberry Partnership, and Neil Grant, Partner, Gordons Partnership Solicitors, provide their perspectives on CQC’s draft sector specific...
The Benefits of Mediation in Contentious Probate Disputes
Private Wealth
12 February 2026
Disputes over wills and estates are rarely just legal arguments. They arise at a time of loss, involve close family members, and bring long-standing tensions to the surface. Challenges to the...