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The recent case of ND v GD [2021] EWFC 53 has captured the interest of solicitors across the UK, as the Court was described to have ‘invaded’ non-matrimonial assets to meet the progressively increasing health and welfare needs of a party facing a life-altering diagnosis.

Partner and head of the Wills and Probate team, Laura Selby, teams up with Kate Thomas, who leads our award-winning Family and Matrimonial team, to offer their thoughts on this recent, and rather unusual, case.

While a Will ensures your wishes are carried out after you pass away, a Lasting Power of Attorney, or LPA, protects your finances, property and family during your lifetime.

Despite the safety and security they provide, only a small portion of the population have a valid LPA in place. Factors attributed to their low take-up include confusion surrounding their implementation or a lack of urgency in preparing for the future.

Which is why our latest blog sees, Afonwy Howell-Pryce, an associate in our Wills and Probate team, tackle some of the most common questions surrounding LPAs – in the hope that we can help you prepare for the future – whatever that may hold.

Here at Harding Evans, we know that you cannot underestimate the importance of continual learning and development for our staff, enabling us to offer sound legal advice across a range of legal matters. Which is why we are delighted to announce that a valued member of Team HE has recently reached a career milestone, as Jessica Bowman, from our Dispute Resolution team, qualifies as a Solicitor.

We sat down with Jess to find out a little more about her career journey (so far!).

Today (18 November) is STOP Pressure Ulcer Day, a global annual event which brings together healthcare professionals, the public and the media to help raise awareness of an issue that affects thousands of hospital patients and care home residents every year.

Debra King, a Senior Associate Paralegal in our Clinical Negligence team, explains why this is such an important issue.

In what has been heralded as a ‘pivotal moment’ in the fight against climate change, leaders from around the globe united at COP26 to reach an agreement on how best to tackle the threats presented to our livelihoods and homes, most notably by global warming.

As part of the summit, we are all being encouraged to consider our carbon footprint – from the houses we live in to the shops we visit (and the types of purchases we make), our choice of commute and even the food we eat.

And the spotlight shines just as harshly on businesses, as hundreds of companies pledge ‘Net Zero’ initiatives in a bid to prove their commitment to sustainability. With the pressure on, James Young, a Partner in our Commercial Property team, explores how commercial landlords can offer innovative solutions to ensure everyone is playing their part in the fight against climate change.

November 8th – 12th 2021 is Talk Money Week, an initiative run by the Money and Pensions Service annually, designed to increase people’s sense of financial wellbeing by encouraging them to have more open conversations about money in any walk of life.

Will Watkins, a debt recovery specialist in our Dispute Resolution team, gives his five top tips designed to open up the conversation around debt.

November 8th - 12th 2021 is Talk Money Week, an initiative run by the Money and Pensions Service annually, designed to increase people’s sense of financial wellbeing by encouraging them to have more open conversations about personal finance.

Laura Selby, Partner and Head of our Wills and Probate Team, looks at the importance of talking to your family about your Will and the plans for your money after you’ve gone.

Last year many families were left disappointed as fireworks displays were cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Whilst life begins to return to some form of normality post lockdown, many large organised firework displays are also being cancelled for 2021, meaning there is likely to be large numbers of people hosting their own bonfire night celebrations as they look to spend time with family and friends.

Victoria Smithyman, Partner and of the Personal Injury team looks at ways to keep your family and guests safe this bonfire night.

Newport-based law firm Harding Evans represented the bereaved family at an inquest into the death of Christopher Desmond Slade, who committed suicide whilst detained at HMP Parc in Bridgend.

As we head into autumn, the attention of solicitors and barristers across the UK turns to the Legal 500, as thousands eagerly await confirmation of their inclusion in one of the world’s leading legal directories.

We are delighted to announce that we have once again beaten our own ‘ranking record’, with 10 practice areas recognised for the innovative, complex and client-focused work undertaken here at Harding Evans.

We are delighted to confirm the appointment of four new partners within the firm, as we continue to grow and strengthen our team. Over the next few weeks, we've taken the time to find out a little more about each of our new appointees, from their journey to #TeamHE to the advice they'd give to someone looking to carve out a career in law.

In the last of our blog series, we find out a little more about Danielle Howell, newly appointed Partner in our ever-growing Clinical Negligence team!

As the second of three reports by the Independent Maternity Services Oversight Panel is released, examining the ‘serious mistakes’ that led to a significant number of stillborn births, the Cwm Taf Morgannwg health board faces renewed calls to improve the maternal and neonatal services offered to thousands of mothers across South Wales.

Alicia Johns, a Chartered Legal Executive in our Clinical Negligence team, explores some of the latest findings, as well as reflecting on how the reports will impact the families that suffered as a result of maternal negligence.