At Consilia Legal, we regularly meet clients who are surprised (and often upset) to learn that they have no automatic right to financial support...
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Redundancy and Unfair Dismissal: Lessons from Hendy Group v Kennedy
The recently published Employment Appeal Tribunal case of Hendy Group Ltd v Mr D Kennedy has highlighted to employers the importance of ensuring...
Meet Isabel Kerr: Q&A With Our Newest Family Solicitor
In this Q&A, we catch up with Isabel Kerr, newly qualified family solicitor at Consilia Legal, who recently completed her training contract and...
Standish v Standish: What’s Yours Is (Actually Still) Mine
The Supreme Court delivered their judgment on Wednesday 2nd July in the landmark case of Standish v Standish. This article will take you through...
Debunking Three Common Myths about Family Mediation
Mediation is a voluntary process where separating couples work with a neutral mediator to resolve issues like child arrangements, finances, and...
Redundancy vs Restructure: What’s the Legal Difference (and Why It Matters)
A change in business needs can result in cost reductions and having to run a business more efficiently. This could be a consequence of company...
Redundancy During Pregnancy or Parental Leave: Know Your Legal Protections
Employment rights during pregnancy and when looking after a newborn baby are a concern for impending and new parents under any circumstances....
7 Ways Family Law Solicitors Can Support You Through Difficult Times
The breakdown of a relationships can be one of the most challenging times of your life, and as the family unit may have been your biggest support to...
When To Contact An Employment Solicitor: A Quick Guide For Employees
A workplace can be an environment in which we thrive, and where we find fulfilment and inspiration, but sometimes a workplace can have a negative...
Consilia Legal and Laura Clapton Recognised as Leaders in Family Law by Doyle’s Guide 2025
Consilia Legal and its Director, Laura Clapton, have once again received prestigious recognition in the 2025 Doyle’s Guide rankings, reinforcing...
Supreme Court Clarifies Definition of ‘Woman’ Under Equality Act 2010
Landmark Ruling in For Women Scotland Ltd v Scottish Ministers In a highly significant judgment, the UK Supreme Court has clarified the legal...
High-Conflict Divorces: Can Mediation Still Work?
It is common misconception that if there is a high level of conflict within a divorce, family mediation will not be appropriate for the separating...
Consilia Legal Supports Melanie’s Miles of Hope as Charity of the Year
At Consilia Legal, we believe in giving back to the community, and we are delighted to announce that our Charity of the Year for 2025 is Melanie’s...
Saying ‘I Do’ This Year? Leading Family Lawyer Advises On The Importance Of A Prenup
Press Release - 28th February 2025 An expert family lawyer is advising couples to consider a prenuptial agreement before walking down the aisle this...
2025 – Year of the Resolution Code
The majority of family solicitors in England and Wales abide by the Resolution code of practice. This year Resolution is asking its members to...
Top 10 Divorce Myths Busted
Divorce is surrounded by myths and misconceptions that can make an already stressful process even more confusing. In this article, we debunk the top...
Unmarried Couples and Your Rights
Unmarried couples do not have the same legal rights as married couples or those in civil partnerships. Married couples have far better protection...
Why High Net Worth Divorce Doesn’t Mean High Legal Costs: A Case Study
There is a huge misconception that in divorces where the separating couple is wealthy, the legal costs associated with the divorce will inevitably...
Property Disputes Between Unmarried Couples – What Are My Rights?
In recent years, there has been a lot of discussion surrounding couples being less inclined to get married and this has been widely reported in the...
Divorce Later In Life
If you are a couple over the age of 50 and have decided to end your relationship in divorce, Consilia Legal have specialist divorce solicitors who...
What Are My Rights If My Spouse Refuses To Comply With Court Orders Or Fails To Pay Child Maintenance?
We often receive enquiries from client’s requesting an answer to a specific question being: ‘what are my rights if my spouse refuses to comply with...
Cohabiting And Not Married? 5 Things To Be Aware Of
In modern times, families can take on many different forms and couples can opt for marriage including same-sex marriage and civil partnerships as a...
What Factors Are Considered In Determining Child Custody And Visitation Arrangements?
If communication between you and your ex-partner breaks down, and you can't agree on what's best for your children, you may look to apply for a...
Navigating the Challenges of Parental Separation: Tips You Need to Know
In March 2021, Cafcass released a helpful document known as ‘Top Tips for parents who are separated’. Parents can have a tendency to project their...
Tips For Protecting Your Mental Health And Having A Harmonious Festive Season
The Christmas and New Year period is positioned as a period of joy and happiness and the TV commercials show us ‘perfect’ scenarios with gleeful...
I’m Not Spending Time With My Child This Christmas – What Can I Do?
Christmas is usually a joyful time when families come together and celebrate their love for each other. However, if you are going through any...
Leeds-Based Law Firm Consilia Legal Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary with Paris Retreat
PRESS RELEASE Consilia Legal, a boutique law firm specialising in family law and employment law, is proudly celebrating its ten-year anniversary....
November Highlights The Unspoken Truth Of Domestic Violence Against Men
On 19th November we will celebrate International Men’s Day, an opportunity to celebrate the positive values men bring to the world and the strong...
Do I Need To Hire A Lawyer Or Can I Represent Myself?
You do not need to hire a lawyer to represent you in Court. In most cases, representation will be determined on the issue of affordability. Legal...
Alternatives to going to Court: Consider Mediation and Arbitration
On 29th April 2024, the rules around family disputes were updated which stipulate all parties must consider all forms of out of court dispute...
