Separation and divorce can be some of the most challenging moments in a person’s life. Alongside the emotional strain, families often face practical decisions that affect finances, housing and, most...

Life’s big moments come in all shapes and sizes – from your wedding day to the birth of a child, to ill health or the loss of a loved one....

Owen White Catlin is delighted to announce that family law partner and accredited mediator, James Kiely, has been appointed by The Lady Chief Justice, The Right Honourable Baroness Carr of...

Last month, the Ministry of Justice announced that the fee for registering a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) will rise later this year. From Monday 17 November 2025, the application...

Buying a property can be both stressful and exciting, which may leave homeowners overlooking a crucial step: planning for the unexpected. Whether you are creating a home or expanding your...

Most employers genuinely want to do right by their people, but even well-meaning HR decisions can carry legal risks. A simple oversight, like an out-of-date contract or a missed step...

Many people delay making a Will or Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) because they believe it’s something to think about later in life. But in truth, planning ahead is one...

As more of our lives move online – from managing finances and storing cherished memories, to trading cryptocurrency and engaging on social media – digital asset planning is becoming an...

Planning ahead ensures your decisions and wishes are respected, even if you can’t make them yourself. A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) offers peace of mind for you and your...

We are often asked whether it is necessary to have a financial order when both parties agree on how they will sort out their assets during a divorce, or the...