14 December 2023
Morecrofts mark a decade in Allerton
This year, we are celebrating the tenth anniversary of our office in Allerton. Since opening in 2013, the office has doubled in size and now accommodates up to 15 lawyers and support staff working across a range of legal matters including property conveyancing, family and employment law. During its first decade, staff at the Allerton […]
24 November 2023
Can I see my children at Christmas?
Christmas can be one of the most difficult times for separated families. It is normal for both parents to want to spend this time with their children however for those who split their time between two homes it may not be possible. Anybody with parental responsibility would normally spend time with their children over the […]
by connect
17 November 2023
What is a prenuptial agreement and should you agree one before marrying?
Family law expert and associate solicitor Simon Higgs answers some frequently asked questions about Prenups and what they could mean in a marriage. What is a Prenup? A Prenup is an agreement parties enter into with the objective of recording ownership of capital (money, investments, assets and property) and what will happen in the event of the […]
by Donal Bannon
15 November 2023
What is a frustrated contract?
Commercial law expert Donal Bannon explains the importance of carefully written terms and conditions. A recent case referred to us concerned a supplier who was unable to supply goods to its customers due to difficulties it faced in sourcing raw materials from overseas. The problem arose due to an unexpected weather event which hampered the overseas supplier […]
23 October 2023
The Tipping Point : new laws on tipping staff
How tips are divided and shared among staff in restaurants and bars is being overhauled in 2024. The new law, which has been approved under the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act 2023, will mean that all workers will be legally entitled to keep their tips. This includes service charges and gratuities. This effectively means approximately […]
25 September 2023
Is it time to discharge that Care Order?
What is a care order? When a care order is made the local authority share parental responsibility (PR) with the parents. If needed the local authority can exercise its PR, above that of the parents, in order to protect the child. How are Care Orders discharged? The local authority, parents or the child can all […]
by Andrew Perrigo
15 September 2023
How do the family courts consider parental alienation?
BETWEEN 1 April 2023 and 31 July 2023 13,155 new private law children’s cases were issued at the family court. Each case looking for a judge to make a decision for their family. These new court applications involve nearly 20,000 children. 20,000. That is the capacity of the main stand at Anfield. Add in the […]
3 August 2023
Family Court delays and the impact
The Ministry of Justice has released their Family Court Statistics Quarterly for January to March 2023, bringing to light concerning figures for those embroiled in children private law proceedings or care proceedings. Holly Lewtas looks at the report and explains what it could mean going forward. What is the current Family Court timescale? In private […]
17 May 2023
No-fault Evictions to be Banned
For many years it has remained on the government’s agenda to ban ‘no-fault’ evictions within the England’s private rental sector. Such evictions can occur after the initial fixed term of the tenancy has ended. Landlords can provide two months’ written notice, if they have complied with the various regulations and requirements. It is known as […]
