A recent High Court case, IC v AD, highlights how ambiguous drafting in a prenuptial agreement can result in million-pound litigation. Discover why clarity, proper legal advice, and secure document storage are vital to protecting your assets.

The Autumn Budget confirmed £4.7 billion for the new 'Your First Home' equity loan scheme, allowing first-time buyers to purchase a new build with a 2.5% deposit. Here is what North West buyers need to know about regional price caps, repayment interest, and developer plot legal checks.

Christmas should be a time of joy, but uncertainty around child arrangements can quickly cast a cloud over festive celebrations. Establishing clear, flexible plans well in advance ensures your children spend quality time with both parents without being caught in adult conflict. Discover practical options for sharing time over the holiday season.

With the Small Business Rates Relief threshold expanding from £12,000 to £18,000, roughly half of all high street shops, cafes, and independent venues will pay £0 in business rates. Lower overheads give occupiers vital breathing room while strengthening leasing demand for commercial property landlords.

In family court, the standard rule is that both parents cover their own legal fees. However, a recent Hight Court judgment in FAZ v MAZ [2026] EWFC 301 highlights the rare circumstances where a costs order can be made. Read our legal breakdown to understand the critical distinction between unproven allegations and unreasonable litigation conduct.

Many assume holding assets in a family trust offers automatic protection during a divorce. However, a landmark High Court ruling—TP v TF [2026]—demonstrates that trust structures are far from foolproof, with courts willing to treat trust capital as available matrimonial resources.

As the Chancellor prepares to deliver the Autumn Budget on the 28th October 2026, media attention is naturally focused on potential tax reforms and financial policy changes. In this article our private client specialist Sarah Farren shares what has been confirmed so far and recommended steps that you can take to prepare for this autumns Budget.

Farnworth Rose achieves Silver status in the 2026 Digital Conveyancing Maturity Index.

Sarah Farren - team leader of the Tax & Probate team at Farnworth Rose Solicitors- is recognised as Highly Commended in the One to Watch Category Practitioner of the Year category of the British Wills & Probate Awards.