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Do I Need a Solicitor for a Divorce?

08 Dec, 2025

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Divorce is life‑changing—and the legal steps in the divorce process can fe ...

Medical Negligence
Rise in A&E Negligence Claims Highlights Growing Concerns Over Patient Safety

10 Sep , 2026

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New analysis by the BBC has revealed a significant increase in medical negligence claims relating to Accident & Emergency departments across England, raising concerns about the impact of mounting pressures...
Civil Liberties, Public Law...
Supporting a Family Through the Inquest Process Following the Death of Cerys Walsh

02 Sep , 2026

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The Inquest of Cerys Walsh Following the conclusion of the inquest into the tragic death of 24-year-old Cerys Walsh, her family have paid tribute to their much-loved daughter, remembering her...
Family Law
What Happens If Your Partner Dies Without a Will? The Law Is Changing

06 Jul , 2026

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Many couples choosing to live together in the UK believe they are protected by a "common-law marriage." No such legal status exists in England and Wales. If your unmarried partner...
Civil Liberties, Public Law...
New Legal Aid Category Announced to Prepare for Increase in Inquests Under Hillsborough Law

11 May , 2026

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The government has announced plans for a new legal aid category for inquests, alongside a simplified fee scheme for solicitors, in preparation for a significant rise in legally aided inquests...
Medical Negligence
Jenna Kisala Appointed to AvMA Specialist Medical Negligence Panel

08 Apr , 2026

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Howells Solicitors is proud to announce that Jenna Kisala, a specialist medical negligence solicitor, has been appointed to the AvMA (Action against Medical Accidents) Specialist Clinical Negligence Panel. AvMA panel...
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Howells Solicitors Expands Barnsley Conveyancing Team with Two New Residential Property Appointments

01 Apr , 2026

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Howells Solicitors has strengthened its Barnsley residential conveyancing team with the appointment of two new legal professionals, responding to growing demand for trusted conveyancing solicitors in Barnsley and across South...
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Family Law Solicitor Wendy Bailey Achieves Resolution Specialist Reaccreditation

03 Feb , 2026

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We are delighted to announce that Family Law Solicitor Wendy Bailey has been reaccredited by Resolution as a specialist family lawyer—an esteemed mark of excellence within the profession. Wendy has...
Medical Negligence
Hillsborough Law: What It Means for Families and Legal Aid Access

01 Dec , 2025

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Big changes are on the horizon for families affected by public tragedies. In September 2024, The Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed plans for the long-awaited Hillsborough law,  which officially entered...
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Howells Celebrates Continued Recognition in Leading Legal Rankings

17 Oct , 2025

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Howells Solicitors is proud to announce its continued success in the prestigious Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners rankings, marking 11 consecutive years of recognition for excellence in legal practice...
Medical Negligence
Jess’s Rule: New NHS Guidance Aims to Prevent Missed Diagnoses

02 Oct , 2025

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A new NHS initiative known as Jess’s Rule is being rolled out across England to help GPs identify serious illnesses earlier and prevent avoidable deaths. The guidance urges doctors to...
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Warning Issued Over Mis-Sold Asset Protection Trusts: What Families Need to Know

26 Sep , 2025

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Families across the UK are being warned about a growing issue involving asset protection trusts—legal schemes that are being sold with misleading promises of shielding homes from care fees and...
Medical Negligence
Birth Injuries and NHS Maternity Failures

16 Sep , 2025

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Have you or your child suffered a birth injury due to NHS maternity care? A major government investigation is now underway into 14 NHS trusts following serious concerns about systemic...
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