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Parents in England and Wales face a significant shift in how the family court approaches child contact. The Government has announced plans to remove the legal presumption that ongoing involvement of both parents is usually in a child’s best interests....
The results for the Legal 500 for 2026 are in. The Family, Medical Negligence and Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning teams at Dutton Gregory have kept their position from the previous directory. Jonathan Whettingsteel, Head of the Family team,...
We are counting down the days until the High Court announces its judgment on the Getty Images (US) Inc v Stability AI Ltd case. This is a huge landmark case. It will determine how AI developers can lawfully train their AI models on human...
I must admit, AI at times still gives me Terminator 2 Judgement Day vibes, but there was a moving story last week about how AI, and more importantly how the training of AI can be used as a force for good. Sarah Ezekiel suffers from motor neurone disease and...
There has been significant social media coverage of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s recent engagement, and the potentially huge financial implications behind the power couple. According to Forbes, their combined net worth is estimated at over...
A recent High Court decision has confirmed that a woman whose marriage was void due to a preexisting marriage can still be treated as a spouse for inheritance purposes. The claim concerns the £1.8m estate of James Dinsdale, who died intestate in 2020,...
Many people put off writing a Will, thinking it’s something they can arrange later in life. However, life can be unpredictable. A Will isn’t just for the elderly or the wealthy, it’s essential to ensure you have a say in what happens when...
We’re delighted to share that Jonathan Whettingsteel of Dutton Gregory has been awarded Lawyer of the Year – Family Law at the prestigious Modern Law Private Client Awards 2025. This marks another consecutive year of recognition for...
Navigating the property market means understanding the nuances of different types of ownership. Two of the most common are freehold and leasehold. This article aims to clarify the differences between the two, helping you to make informed decisions when...
In a child personal injury claim, after a settlement has been reached by the parties, a solicitor will apply to the court for the matter to be listed for an Infant Approval Hearing. In cases involving children, anyone below the age of 18 years old, it is...
Rent control continues to be a highly debated topic in the UK rental market. With rising rents, limited housing options, and affordability concerns, many tenants are looking for ways to secure their homes without facing unpredictable price hikes. The...
Made possible by Section 21 of the Housing Act 1988, no fault evictions see tenants evicted from their homes without any reason given by the landlord for doing so. In 2024, the number of households evicted from their home by this process increased by 20%...
We’re delighted to announce that Dutton Gregory has been recognised in Doyle’s Guide as one of the leading and recommended family law departments in both Surrey and Hampshire. Doyle’s Guide is an independent, respected legal...
We would like to offer our heartfelt congratulations, and of course our thanks, to Nicky Dawkins, who has recently received a long-service award. Nicky works as a Legal Assistant in Personal Injury. She has been with Dutton Gregory for 35 years, having...
Confessions of a Shedder Following on from my last blog, it’s time to reveal another of my ‘quirky’ jobs that I had before I became a solicitor. You’ve already heard about my brief stints as a Paris tour guide, goat herder and...
We are delighted to announce the promotion of three outstanding lawyers to Partner – an achievement that reflects not only their exceptional legal expertise, but also their commitment to the future of our firm. Becoming a Partner in a law firm is a...
The incident The toddler was staying in a lodge with his parents and siblings. He was sitting on the floor in the living room, when he opened the door to the electric log burner. The log burner was a freestanding heating appliance, which was not...
What’s better than great leadership training…? When the CMI think so too! We’re proud to share that our Emerging Leaders development programme has been officially mapped by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) – marking...
In the United Kingdom, the Children and Family Court Advisory and Support Service (Cafcass) play a crucial part in safeguarding the interests of children involved in family court proceedings. Cafcass work with children, families, and the court system, to...
Divorcing couples in the midst of their relationship breakdown will often google ‘how can I get divorced?’. The top search in the UK is the Government website, providing instructions on how to do it yourself. To start, all you need to do is...
It’s Update Your Will Week (3 rd -9 th March) and the Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning Team has compiled a list of the most frequently asked questions when helping their clients prepare Wills. Over half of UK adults...
As the UK commercial property market continues to evolve, understanding the latest trends and challenges is crucial for business leaders seeking to make informed decisions in 2025. Having access to commercial property solicitors is also critical for...
Discrimination, harassment, and wage disputes are some of the reasons why thousands of UK organisations are faced with employment tribunals every year. The period from April 2023 to March 2024 saw the total number of employment tribunal claims rise from...
As a parent, one of the most frightening situations you could face is your child being involved in an accident . Whether it’s a car accident, a slip/fall at school or an injury during play; accidents can cause physical injury and emotional distress....
Having been involved in two keenly disputed Children Act cases where parents have vastly different experiences of their autistic child, Kate Evans explores the importance of the factors considered when seeking Child Arrangements Orders for children with...
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