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Expert evidence in civil disputes
Dispute Resolution

Expert evidence in civil disputes

An important, and often decisive, factor in civil disputes is the effective use of expert witness evidence.  Such…

What is a Grant of Probate and why is it needed?
Wills & Probate

What is a Grant of Probate and why is it needed?

It is a common misconception that if someone dies with a Will then Probate will not be needed.…

Should Will Writing Be Modernised?
Wills & Probate

Should Will Writing Be Modernised?

The laws governing Wills dates back to the Victorian era with no significant changes made for over two…

Family Law

Full and Frank Disclosure – When the other side does not comply

During Financial Remedy Proceedings, full and frank disclosure of finances is required from both parties in order to…

Hewitts become corporate members of the Friends of the Stockton and Darlington Railway
Community News

Hewitts become corporate members of the Friends of the Stockton and Darlington Railway

Hewitts are excited to have become corporate members of the Friends of the Stockton and Darlington Railway.  Our…

The Importance of a Will
Wills & Probate

The Importance of a Will

In a recent press release, the Law Society ‘urges everyone to make a Will’. A Law Society and…

Employment Law – Changes
Employment Law

Employment Law – Changes

As of April 2025, several changes in employment law have taken effect, including the annual increases in statutory…

Property

Exchange & Completion

What does exchange of contracts mean? Exchange of contracts is simply the name given to the time when…

Family Law

What is Parental Alienation?

It is the view of the Court that a child should have a relationship with both of their…

Claiming compensation for an injury at work
Personal Injury

Claiming compensation for an injury at work

The most common injuries at work are slips, trips and falls. Most of us take for granted that…

Landlord and Tenant

Renters’ Rights Bill

The Renter’s Rights Bill, first introduced to Parliament in September 2024, and is expected to make significant changes…

Supreme Court dismisses Parents habeas corpus application against a Care Order
Family Law

Supreme Court dismisses Parents habeas corpus application against a Care Order

In January of this year, a father had his appeal against the imposition of a care order imposed…