The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill: Legal, Ethical and Practical Considerations
The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill (the “Bill”) was presented to Parliament on 16 October 2024. The Bill seeks to enable adults who are terminally ill with 6 months of their life remaining, to request and receive assistance to end their own lives. The Bill is currently at the Committee Stage in the […]
Cara Ramprakash features in TL4’s HNW Divorce Magazine
ALIENATING BEHAVIOURS V DOMESTIC ABUSE The term Parental Alienation is terminology many family lawyers are used to. Recent guidance published by the Family Justice Council asserts that this should now be referred to as alienating behaviours. CAFCASS defines alienating behaviour as ‘’the unjustified resistance or hostility from a child towards one parent as a result […]
Neil Russell features in Spear’s
Head of Family, Neil Russell, was recently quoted in an article from Spear’s confirming that wealthy couples are hiring private judges to resolve financial disputes, stating that “at least half” of the firm’s clients are choosing the private route. To read the full piece, visit: https://spearswms.com/law/surge-in-wealthy-divorcing-couples-hiring-private-judges-to-resolve-financial-disputes/
Helen Crossland features in City A.M.
Employment Partner, Helen Crossland, was recently quoted in an article in City A.M. on what the Trump administration’s rollback of DEI initiatives in the US could mean for London and the UK. “In comparison to the US and other jurisdictions, the UK has greater statutory protections when it comes to discrimination.” To read the full […]
Seddons Recognised by Legal 500 2025
Seddons’ Family, Private Client, and Commercial Litigation teams have been recognised once again in the Legal 500 guide for their outstanding work and expertise. The Private Client team has been ranked in Tier 4 and references Head of Private Client, Stuart Crippin, stating that he ‘and his team at Seddons represent the pinnacle of legal […]
Stuart Crippin Featured in Spear’s 500 Tax & Trust Advisers Index
Stuart Crippin, Partner and Head of the Private Client team, has been recognised as a top recommended tax lawyer for 2024 in the Spears 500 Tax & Trust Advisers index. You can view Stuart’s profile here: Stuart Crippin (spears500.com)
Summer holidays and Child Arrangement Orders: When things do not go according to plan!
Where parents have an existing Child Arrangements Order (“Order”) setting out the arrangements for when the children are to spend time with each parent, this will and should always include holiday periods. Naturally, summer holidays are a crucial period to consider. This is a long period of time for children who are in school to be […]
John Midgley at the Enfranchisement and Right to Manage Awards 2024
Since its inception in 2009, the annual ERMAs have gained significant support and momentum, recognising excellence in the leasehold enfranchisement and right to manage sector. The awards are now in their 15th year. John is pictured presenting an award to the professional of the year. A full list of the 2024 winners can […]
The law and child abduction: jurisdictional issues explained
In abduction/wrongful removal cases it is important to act quickly. Evidence will need to be filed within weeks/days and therefore you should collate any useful material that the relevant authorities are likely to need, such as: Recent photographs; Any ongoing medical conditions, for which treatment is required; Passport details (if known); Details of any known […]
John Midgley comments on leasehold reform proposals in the King’s Speech
Seddons’ Head of Enfranchisement, John Midgley, has contributed to a statement on the leasehold reform proposals made in the King’s Speech, in his capacity as a director of the Association of Leasehold Enfranchisement Practitioners (ALEP). A copy of the statement can be found on the ALEP website: https://www.alep.org.uk/government-reform/statement-from-alep/