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Protecting your children’s best interests
When relationships break down, deciding on child arrangements can be one of the most difficult parts of separation. Our priority…

Taking the first step in divorce
Starting divorce proceedings can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our experienced family law team will…

Separation support as the new term begins
The return to school can be a turning point for families navigating separation. With routines re-established, it’s easier to focus…

Registration fee for Lasting Powers of Attorney to increase
The fee to the Office of the Public Guardian for Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) will increase later this year, subject to…

Divorce planning once the school holidays end
With the children heading back to school, many parents find they finally have the time and headspace to consider next steps in…

Choosing your lawyer when someone dies
Dealing with someone’s estate after they have died is not something you are likely to have to deal with more than…

Risks of a DIY will… you get what you pay for!
There may be a temptation online to download a free Will, or prepare your own DIY Will. Lifetime Lawyers say that 99%…

5 Star review (Private Client)
Erin Green – and her assistant Poppy Fitzgerald- dealt with the probate application for my late sister's estate sensitively…

Sipping Smart
Our branded eco-friendly bottles have been delivered for Owen Kenny staff and contacts – produced by Bamboo Cups…

8 Common mistakes when writing your Will
Sharing a summary of Lifetime Lawyers’ helpful advice about this, see below some common mistakes which are easily avoidable…

Banking for the Older, Vulnerable and Bereaved
A critical, yet often overlooked, aspect of caregiving is anticipating the banking needs of the person you are supporting.

Client testimonial about our Divorce Lawyer, David Small
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for all the work you undertook. Although it was a very challenging time…

Private Client testimonial ‘Professional and helpful service’
“David Thornton helped us write our wills and Power of Attorney and after my husband’s death he and his assistant Janet…

We’re hiring!
We are seeking a Residential Conveyancing Paralegal to join our team at The Owen Kenny Partnership. In this role, you will…

Summer Legal Health Check
With summer in full swing, it’s the ideal moment to encourage people to check your legal affairs are in order. Lifetime…

Legacy giving: Leaving a lasting impact through your Will
Sharing an article written by Owen Kenny’s Head of Private Client department, Gina Berry, for Sussex Community Foundation.

Attention young people!
There is a stigma that Wills are something to think about creating later in life, but this is not the case. Everyone should have…

Why you should consider a charitable gift in your will
When it comes to writing a Will, most people think first of their family, and rightly so. But for many, it’s also a time to reflect…

The risks of transferring part or the whole of my home to my children: four risks homeowners need to know
Transferring your home to your children might feel like a smart way to “get things in order” but this common decision can lead…

Meet Eliza, here to advise you on private family law matters
Legal Executive at Owen Kenny, Eliza specialises in Family Law and can assist with all private family law matters, including…