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Divorce & Family Law Blog

This page contains all our blogs related to Divorce & Family Law. If you are interested in a specific area, you may prefer to view one of our specialized subcategories.

Children Divorce & Separation Finances

Tips for successful co-parenting over Christmas

Posted2023-10-25 00:00
AuthorAmy Foweather

For separated and divorced parents, navigating the complexities of sharing time with the children during the holidays can be challenging. The significance of co-parenting during the holidays is a testament to the commitment of both parents to...

Legal 500 - Fantastic results for Harrowells

Posted2023-10-04 00:00
AuthorPeter Mills

Each year Legal 500 publish a report focused on the quality of advice and nature of work undertaken by leading law firms in the UK, including our own. Legal 500 base their assessment, to a significant extent, on feedback given directly to Legal 500 by our...

I've been served with a Non-Molestation Order - what should I do?

Posted2023-08-01 00:00
AuthorDebra Jackson

Over the last decade, injunctions made under the Family Law Act have increased by around 50%, as the law related to Domestic Abuse has continued to expand. Obviously, there are many cases in which people need the protection of the Court, and an Order is...

Do I have permission to take my child abroad?

Charlotte Bowen

Posted2023-07-13 00:00
AuthorCharlotte Bowen

With the school summer holidays fast approaching, it is a good time to consider if you have permission to take your child abroad. The first step to check is if you both have parental responsibility. If you both have parental responsibility, then...

Can we stop our divorce?

Posted2023-05-22 00:00
AuthorAmy Foweather

Applying for a divorce can be daunting and often clients will voice concerns and doubts about if they are making the right decision. This is all completely understandable and something we regularly talk to clients about this as part of the process. In...

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Dealing with Matthew Rowley directly was invaluable and always approachable and available. Backed by a superb team around him the experience received from both him and company was exemplary.
Feedback published in Legal 500 (2024 edition), Corporate & Commercial
We feel extremely well-supported and protected by Matthew Hayward. Matthew is always contactable and provides excellent advice and support. He is approachable, and we feel we can ask him a range of questions and know we will get the best advice.
Feedback published in the Legal 500 (2024 edition), Commercial Property
Good honest legal advice, deal makers not deal breakers who think of solutions rather than problems.
Feedback published in the Legal 500 (2024 edition), Agriculture & Estates
Richard Hugill is a serious litigator and very good tactician who sees the kernel of the dispute and is an excellent judge of litigation tactics and moves.
Feedback published in the Legal 500 (2024 edition), Commercial Litigation
Simon Black is very straightforward and down to earth. Prompt, direct action on the client’s behalf at all times. They are obviously very experienced, knowledgeable and willing to listen and communicate extremely well at all times with their clients.
Feedback published in the Legal 500 (2024 edition), Contentious Probate
Amazing service with all-round help and support; specialists in a wide range of fields. Harrowells have been exceptional at fighting a case for my disabled sister.
Feedback published in the Legal 500 (2024 edition), Clinical Negligence & Personal Injury
The team at Harrowells were all really responsive, reactive and understanding.
Feedback published in the Legal 500 (2024 edition), Family Law
Our experience is of a very professional and personable practice. Everybody that we dealt with – from reception onwards – was friendly, welcoming and professional in their approach.
Feedback published in the Legal 500 (2024 edition), Trusts & Probate

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Harrowells at York St John Graduate Careers Fair

We attended the York St John University Graduate Careers Fair on Wednesday 24th April - offering insights into our work culture and information about career pathways at our firm. This is our second year at the Fair and is part of a wider programme of...