The Government’s Social Housing Bill has recently received its Second Reading in the House of Lords and includes proposals that could significantly strengthen protections for victims of domestic abuse living in social housing. Whilst the Bill has not yet become law, the proposed changes represent a notable shift in approach. Traditionally, victims of domestic abuse…
Milne Moser’s Family Department recently spent time with St John’s Chambers to discuss the forthcoming changes to private law children proceedings and what they will mean for families involved in the Family Court process. The scheme, formerly known as the Pathfinder Pilot, has now been renamed the Child Focused Court and is being rolled out…
When you are buying property in South Lakeland, does it matter where your solicitor is based? We think it does, and here is why. The area has its own character South Lakeland is not a typical residential market. It sits within and around the Lake District National Park and the Yorkshire Dales National Park, and…
The family home is usually the most valuable and emotionally charged asset in any divorce. And despite what many people assume, there’s no simple rule about who gets to keep it. Here’s how English courts actually approach the question. There’s no automatic 50/50 split There’s no automatic right to half the house in divorce proceedings…
If you’ve heard the phrase “no-fault divorce” and wondered what it actually changes and what it doesn’t you’re not alone. Since the rules came into force in April 2022, they’ve reshaped how couples in England and Wales end their marriages. Here’s what you need to know. What changed, and why it matters Before April 2022,…
Most people have a rough idea of what they’d want to happen to their estate when they die. But if you haven’t put a valid will in place, those wishes count for nothing. In England and Wales, a strict legal formula called the intestacy rules takes over, and the results can be very different from…
At Milne Moser Solicitors, we recognise that traditional advocacy services may not be for everyone or suit every purpose. Sometimes, you may just need a helping hand to navigate the complexities of the legal system or prepare for hearings – which may not necessarily need the involvement of a solicitor. What is a McKenzie Friend?…
Recent research from Lifetime Lawyers shows that only around a quarter of adults in their 40’s and 50’s have a Will that truly reflects their current circumstances and wishes. It is a surprising statistic — and a reminder that many individuals and families are leaving their futures unprotected. In fact, a large number of those…
In any children dispute, the focus is not on who is “right” or what either parent wants: it is on what arrangements best promote the child’s welfare. The court’s responsibility is to ensure that children are safe, secure and able to thrive, even when family circumstances change. In England and Wales, the court’s guiding principle…
The Government has announced major proposals to reform the leasehold system in England and Wales, publishing the draft Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill on 27th January 2026. The changes are intended to reduce costs, improve fairness and give homeowners greater long-term security. If you already own a leasehold property, or are thinking about buying one,…