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Our Head of Accounts, Marie Hluschyk, was fortunate enough to gain a Scholarship at Wolverhampton University for the Foundation Degree in Practice Administration. This was awarded by the Institute of Legal Cashiers & Administrators (ILCA) in memory of their late Honorary President, Barry Hilton.

Sarah Finnigan has joined the Private Capital Team at North Ainley Halliwell. Sarah studied law at Durham University and qualified as a Solicitor after completing her training contract at Charles Russell in London.

In theory everybody would like to make sure that their loved ones are taken care of after they are no longer around to do so, and making a valid Will goes a long way to ensuring that this is the case. In practise, however, many people do not understand the importance of making a Will, or the practical implications of not doing so. Others may feel they are too young to make a Will, or simply never find the time. The result can be potentially devastating, particularly at a time when a grieving family has more important things to think about. Making a Will is the only way to ensure that your wishes are followed after your death. No Will equals no control…. Not an appealing thought!

Can a Husband apply to vary a divorce settlement which he can no longer afford because of a subsequent recessionary drop in Share prices and house values?

We are very happy to report that the Will Week scheme, in which we participated in support of St Anne’s Hospice, has been a great success. The response received from the public has been extremely positive, and the level of interest far greater than in any previous year.

From the 6 April 2009 two important changes occur. There will be more flexible rules in connection with disciplinary, dismissal and grievance issues, and the right to request flexible working is being extended to all parents of children aged 16 years or under.