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For a lot of people, Christmas is about spending time with family, but what happens when children have more than one? If not handled carefully, talk of Christmas can descend into conflict and arguments about where children spend the festive season. ...
We were delighted to not only be part of the inaugural Poole Business Awards Upton House in Upton Country Park on Tuesday 9 th June, but also return to our office with trophies for two categories. In addition to presenting the winning trophy for our...
As we approach the end of October and are surrounded by the traditional autumnal colours such as orange and brown, my thoughts and reflections are always coloured with pink. That is due October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer occurs...
Over the weekend, our Daring Duo, Pauline Ellis and Rhiannon Stevinson, raised over £1,000 for YMCA Bournemouth's ‘Big Sleep Easy’ in aid of the homeless. The castle they made not only lasted the...
This week saw summary judgment handed down in respect of London Trocadero LLP v Picturehouse Cinemas Limited and Others [2021] EWHC 2591 (Ch) . This continues on from previous decisions, including CRI v TFS Stores [2021] EWHC 863 (Ch) and BNY Mellon v...
On Thursday 23 rd September, after an 18 month absence, we were able to bring back our 'Thursday Social'! Huge thanks to Hotel du Vin for their support, to Montezuma's Chocolates for their delicious gifts and, most of all, members of...
On 1 st September, it was announced that the Ministry of Justice had made a further £800,000 available for the Family Mediation Council (FMC) to distribute as vouchers to families who could benefit from mediation services. The FMC has...
Yesterday was International Dog Day so, in tribute to our canine companions, here are five fun legal facts about our puppy pals and mongrel mates. Our best fur-end The Animal Welfare Act 2006 require that all dog owners meet their pets’ five...
With the highs and lows of Euro 2020 behind us, the football season has kicked off again with the Premier League opening matches last weekend, so here are five facts about the beautiful game: Project Red Card Performance data and tracking are big...
Some would argue there’s nothing more refreshing than cracking open a cold beer on a hot summer afternoon (should we get any) and many will have celebrated ‘International Beer Day’ last week as it takes place on the first Friday of August...
The 2020 Summer Olympics has begun! As world-class athletes come together to represent their countries, here are five technical and legal facts associated with the games which you might not know: 1. What do you call a blister on a Tyrannosaurus Rex? A...
Back in April 2021, we helped raise awareness of a new Government Scheme where separating couples could claim up to £500 towards their mediation costs . It was anticipated up to 2,000 families would be able to claim these ‘Mediation...
A legal specialist with 30 years’ experience and a portfolio of clients across Hampshire has voiced her concerns over changes to the new ‘Classes Order’ introduced by the government in an attempt to help commercial property owners and...
With a legal career of over 30 years and holding Partnership in one of Southampton’s leading law firms, Dutton Gregory, Denise Bull has accepted the invitation to join the Trustee Board of Citizens Advice Eastleigh. When Denise Bull heard the call...
On 17 June 2021 the UK and Australian governments published an “agreement in principle” which outlines a free-trade agreement between the two countries, so solicitor Chris Hall has compiled his top five legal facts about the deal and all things...
The Team Leader of Dutton Gregory’s Clinical Negligence Department, Carol Maunder, is voicing her support for the growing number of medical professionals expressing concern over the intention for GPs to hand over confidential patient records to...
We know that modern families come in all different shapes and sizes, but to mark Pride Month, Family Law Specialist, Jon Whettingsteel considers whether the law does enough to support and protect LGBTQ+ families. When a child is born to a heterosexual...
June is international Pride month, a celebration of LGBTQIA+ communities all over the world that not only remembers those who have fought for equality, but continues to highlight the injustice and damage caused by discrimination based on sexual orientation...
As part of Southampton Sailing Week 2021, solicitors at Dutton Gregory are not only delighted to confirm their role as sponsors of the event’s ‘Property Cup’ race, but also preparing to win back the title from being its first ever winners. ...
Cervical cancer is the most common form of cancer in women under 35 with two women in the UK per day dying from the disease. In this article, specialist solicitor Claire Henderson explains her support for and work involving those facing the disease. From...
The majority of people see their dentist twice a year as part of a normal routine and think nothing else about it. But what happens if a recommended treatment goes wrong? And what if it was avoidable? Chloe Hayter from Dutton Gregory’s Clinical...
The Government’s Whiplash Reform programme came into force on 31 May 2021. In this article Personal Injury Specialist, Alice Robson explains what this will mean for Claimants. What’s changing? Previously, those who suffered a whiplash injury...
Suffering from lower back pain? Problems in your legs? Dealing with incontinence? The collection of nerves at the end of the spinal cord is known as the ‘cauda equina’, due to its resemblance to a horses tail. Their primary function is...
Legal Executive, Elliott Jurd has the answer. The requirement for an EICR or ‘Electrical Installation Conditions Report’, as set out in the Electrical Safety Standards in the Private Rented Sector (England) Regulations 2020 (known as the...
There are many different causes of a baby being born with cerebral palsy ; a difficult labour resulting in lack of oxygen to the brain, head trauma, or meningitis. Whilst these are not always caused by medical negligence, Associate Anne Martin explains...
The team works extremely hard for its clients, is friendly and easy to work with, and operates in a very professional manner.Legal 500 2019
I have always found the property team at Dutton Gregory to be very efficient and conscientious; they are a pleasure to work with.Legal 500 2019
The team at Dutton Gregory stands out for its ability to assist clients with 'understanding any technical issues which arise and helping to resolve the legal problems all the way to a conclusion'.Legal 500 2018
Dutton Gregory LLP provides ‘a very good service’ and ‘enjoys a warm and friendly relationship with clients’.Legal 500 2018
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