5 episodes
The Legal Splash - your personal law questions answered Becky Ricards Small
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Legal advice presented by Becky Ricards Small and Sophie Baker of New Wave Law Solicitors. We dive into areas of personal law, asking the questions our clients frequently ask us and providing legal advice in plain English with clarity and warmth.
At New Wave Law Solicitors we provide a compassionate approach to personal law. We put exceptional client service at the heart of everything we do and offer personal, caring, adaptive and empathetic legal advice, designed to positively impact our clients' lives and those of their families.
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What is 'No Fault' Divorce?
What is 'no fault' divorce? Is this an option for me as I seek a permanent split from my partner? If these are questions you'd like answers to, then this episode should give you the answers to those questions.
Since 'no fault' or 'no blame' divorce was introduced in April 2022, the legal process for divorce petitions has changed significantly. We dive in to the detail about how this new process works. We also discuss an innovative new method of working with couples called 'Resolution Together', or 'One Couple, One Lawyer'. If you've wondered whether this might be something that could help you, then tune in to this episode where Becky and Sophie are joined by expert guest Victoria Barnett from Sharp Family Law.
If you'd like any more information on 'no fault' divorce, please do get in touch with us at New Wave Law Solicitors . We offer a refreshingly compassionate approach to personal law and put exceptional client service at the heart of everything we do.
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What are Personal Injury Trusts?
In this episode we're joined by a long-standing client who's son sustained a life-changing injury, triggering the need for a Personal Injury Trust. It's a powerful and emotive testimony, and highlights just how valuable a Personal Injury Trust can be. We also discuss the process of setting up a trust and how they work on a day-to-day basis.
Setting up a Personal Injury Trust need not be costly or time consuming. Contact New Wave Law Solicitors for personal legal advice if you'd like to discuss Personal Injury Trusts and your own circumstances. We offer a refreshingly compassionate approach to personal law and put exceptional client service at the heart of everything we do.
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What is mediation in the Court of Protection?
What is mediation in the Court of Protection? Is it relevant for my case? How will it help me? If you've wondered these or any other questions about Court of Protection cases and how mediation might help, then tune in to this episode where Becky and Sophie are joined by expert guest Holly Miéville-Hawkins from Michelmores. We dive into how mediation in the CoP can help, when it is - and isn't - an appropriate course of action, how to engage a mediator and lots more.
If you'd like any more information on Court of Protection issues and mediation with the CoP, please do get in touch with us at New Wave Law Solicitors . We offer a refreshingly compassionate approach to personal law and put exceptional client service at the heart of everything we do.
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Appointing guardians in your will
This is an essential episode for listeners with children as we discuss the importance of appointing guardians in your will. We tackle the sensitive issues to consider, the pitfalls and consequences of no guardians being appointed and the process necessary.
Writing your will need not be costly or time consuming. Contact New Wave Law Solicitors for personal legal advice if you'd like to discuss writing your will including the appointment of guardians. We offer a refreshingly compassionate approach to personal law and put exceptional client service at the heart of everything we do.
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What is a Lasting Power of Attorney and do I need one?
Ever wondered what a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is and if you really need one? We dive into this area of personal law, giving guidance on why they're so important and why it's never too early to set one up.
Setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney need not be costly or time consuming. Contact New Wave Law Solicitors for personal legal advice if you'd like to discuss setting up your LPA. We offer a refreshingly compassionate approach to personal law and put exceptional client service at the heart of everything we do.
Contact us today on 07961 243333 or welcome@newwavelaw.co.uk