We are delighted to announce that Rachel Adams has today joined the firm as a Partner and Head of Family, taking over from Alan Kiddle. Rachel has been included in legal directories Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners for a…
After almost 40 years in practice, Head of Family and Partner Alan Kiddle retired on 30th June 2019. Previously a Partner at another well known law firm, Alan joined DFA in 2000 and was one only four Legal 500 highly…
By Kelly Willmott As the school summer holidays fast approach, it is likely that arrangements are being made for holidays and other plans with the children. In the case of separated parents, however, these plans may depend upon what can…
Flexible Income By Michael Nadin, Associate Solicitor Many employers now offer flexible benefits packages in order to attract and retain the most talented employees, however you may not yet have heard the concept of flexible income. It is our prediction…
Do you know about Tax-Free Childcare and how it could reduce childcare costs? Tax-Free Childcare is a government scheme available to working parents, including the self-employed, with children aged 0 to 11. Eligible parents can get up to £2,000 per…
By Kelly Willmott Pensions on Divorce – Turning a Blind Eye? When a married couple separates, there will usually be assets and other financial matters that need to be resolved alongside the divorce. When looking at a financial settlement, any…
DFA Law are delighted to announce that Christopher De Luca, from our Commercial Property team, has this month qualified and been admitted as a Solicitor with our governing body, the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Having joined DFA Law in 2017 Chris…
Blog by Michael Nadin - Employment Law Solicitor A number of recent cases heard in Employment Tribunals have highlighted that employers regularly underestimate the risks associated with dismissing pregnant employees, or those who are taking maternity leave. This article focusses…
Draft Domestic Abuse Bill is Published. There is growing evidence that family court proceedings can be used by perpetrators of abuse to try and coerce or manipulate their former partner. Proceedings can provide an opportunity to use the children, or…
As you may have seen in the media very recently, 'No fault' divorce is set to become law. Last year we published a blog on the well publicised case of Owens v Owens; highlighting the need for divorce reform. Resolution,…