News and Articles

Business leases – statutory protection for tenants

18 March 2026 A lease is essentially a contract between the landlord and the tenant that gives the tenant the exclusive right to occupy and use the landlord’s property for a period of time. A business lease... READ

Divorce – The Process

When you have made the decision to separate from a partner, client’s often call us seeking an explanation as to how to progress matters. To petition for a divorce in Northern Ireland you must... READ

Supreme Court Ruling: Children injured by medical negligence now entitled to seek compensation for lifetime loss earning

24 February 2026 Until recently, children were only entitled to claim damages for loss of earning for the years they are expected to live. However, in a recent case involving a child who suffered brain damage due... READ

A Fair Hearing for All: How Effective Grievance Procedures Benefit Everyone

22 December 2025 Grievances are concerns, problems or complaints that an employee has about an aspect of their work: this could be about a work colleague or manager, a decision, the application of a policy or another... READ

Disability Discrimination Act 1995 and the Employer’s Duty to Provide Reasonable Adjustments

17 December 2025 In Northern Ireland, employers must make reasonable adjustments for disabled employees or applicants under the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA) (and Equality Act 2010 in GB) to prevent substantial disadvantage, covering physical changes, policy adjustments (like flexible hours), or providing... READ

Gifting your Home – the “4Ds”

Often we are approached by clients who are considering putting the deeds of their home into their children’s names. We assist them to carefully consider the potential legal implications of this gift before deciding... READ

Enduring Powers of Attorney in Northern Ireland

16 December 2025 Plan Ahead for Peace of Mind Life can be unpredictable. An Enduring Power of Attorney (EPA) allows you to plan ahead and make sure your financial affairs are looked after if you ever become... READ

Increase in Bereavement Damages in Northern Ireland

17 November 2025 The Department of Justice has announced a welcome increase to the statutory bereavement award for Northern Ireland, with the fixed amount rising from £17,200 to £19,700. This change will take effect from 1st December... READ

Tips for the blended family this Holiday Season

14 November 2025 The holiday season is fast approaching and with that comes family gatherings, festive outings and holiday travel. It can be a testing time for all involved but for children going between two homes it... READ

Planning for the cost of Care

12 November 2025 As we grow older, many people worry about what might happen if they require long-term nursing or residential care. In Northern Ireland, these costs can be substantial, and families are often unsure about what... READ