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We've seen a noticeable rise in probate disputes over the past year, but what's behind the increase, and what can you do to avoid future disputes?
In our latest podcast, our experts take a look back at the past couple of years, and the effect this is having on the number of disputes.
More importantly, they offer their advice on the actions you can take now to avoid disputes further down the line.

This week is the first ever National Conveyancing Week, which is designed to raise awareness of conveyancing teams across the UK, and the work that they do.
On our most recent episode of The Irwin Mitchell Podcast, our panel of experts, Helen Hutchinson, Anoushka Parker and Kim Caley join host and Head of Residential Property, Jeremy Raj to discuss life as conveyancers.
The podcast covers topics including:
What makes working in conveyancing enjoyableThe importance of looking after clients who are going through the conveyancing processEmbracing changes in technologyWhat the future holds for both the market and the process.

What happens if you knowingly mislead the court?
Our Family Law experts Zahra Pabani and Ros Bever are joined by Peter Mitchell KC on our latest podcast to discuss the recent Supreme Court case of Goddard-Watts.
There was a repeated failure to disclose assets in the case, but what were the consequences?

A cancer diagnosis can be difficult for anyone. But for a young person, it can pose different issues.
To explore cancer diagnosis in 18-24 year olds, our host and medical negligence expert Marcos Eleftheriou is joined by Dr David Walker, a professor of Paediatric Oncology (Emeritus) from the University of Nottingham. They’re also joined by Beth McCann, a senior specialist nurse from Teenage Cancer Trust.
Together, they discuss:

-A cancer diagnosis and its impact on young people

-Misdiagnosis and the difficulties faced by the healthcare sector

-Why young people with cancer often get missed

-The great work done by the healthcare sector to support those with cancer.

The panel also look to the future of cancer treatment and what that means for young people.

Our training principal Emma Rush talks to two of our apprentices, Apprentice Paralegal Thyra Simpson, and Business Administration Apprentice Angelina Vincent. They give you an insight into completing an apprenticeship with us.
Together they cover:
What an apprenticeship isA ‘normal day’ in the life of an apprenticeThe skills they feel are most important for their rolesMisconceptions about apprenticeshipsWhat their friends and families thought about them choosing an apprenticeship.
They’ll also give you advice and tips for choosing your path and making your own application.  

There are many barriers that prevent women and people with a cervix from attending their cervical screening. But spotting the Human papillomavirus (HPV virus) and cell changes early has a significant impact on outcomes.
Our host and medical negligence expert Samuel Hill is joined by our client Sarah McDonald and Bridget Little from Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust as they discuss:
What it’s like to be diagnosed with cervical cancer and how to talk about it with your familyThe importance of cervical screeningThe signs and symptoms to look out forThe support that’s available around attending your screening, receiving a diagnosis and coping with treatment.
You can call Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust Helpline on 0808 802 8000.