Press Releases

Minimising conflicts and putting children first: The challenges of Christmas

December 13, 2024

By Alison Green, Partner and Head of the Family and Relationship Team at Mackrell Christmas is often portrayed as a magical time of year when families spend time together. The joy of Christmas is certainly influential in many people’s childhoods but for many families, particularly separated or blended families, Christmas can also be a source […]

VAT on school fees – What does it mean for school fee orders?

November 4, 2024

By Alison Green, Partner and Head of the Family and Relationship Team at Mackrell Labour’s plan to impose VAT on private school fees could bring significant changes for separated parents navigating existing or potential school fee arrangements in family court orders. This policy shift, expected to take effect from 1 January 2025, will impose VAT […]

How has no-fault divorce impacted financial remedies?

October 29, 2024

By Alison Green, Head of Family & Relationship Team at Mackrell The introduction of the no-fault divorce more than two years ago marked a significant turning point in family law. By removing the need to assign blame, the reform was intended to ease the emotional toll of divorce and encourage a more amicable approach to […]

Pre-nups – Dispelling the myths in popular media

October 29, 2024

Given recent portrayals in popular media, Geeta Patel at Mackrell is eager to clarify the truth about pre-nuptial agreements (pre-nups) and address the misconceptions about their true value. Recent articles in the press have left couples questioning the validity of pre-nups in England and Wales, with misleading claims that they are valueless and unenforceable. When […]

Senior Legal Executive secures rare Hemain Injunction for Mackrell Solicitors client

October 14, 2024

Leading London law firm Mackrell Solicitors is celebrating a major legal victory after Geeta Patel, Senior Chartered Legal Executive in the firm’s Family and Relationship team, successfully secured a Hemain injunction in an ongoing international divorce case. These uncommon injunctions are used to protect jurisdictional rights in complex cross-border disputes. By temporarily halting foreign proceedings, […]

Proposed employment reforms could change recruitment and employee probation forever

July 11, 2024

As the 2024 General Election comes to a close and the Labour Party secures a win, employers and business owners are now looking collectively ahead at the weeks to come. One of the party’s most substantial manifesto pledges was employment reform, with a particular emphasis on the introduction of strengthened statutory rights for employees – […]

Mackrell welcomes new trainee to its award-winning family law team

July 5, 2024

Mackrell, a leading law firm renowned for its work with high-net-worth individuals globally, is delighted to announce the addition of Emilie Lees to its Family and Relationship Team. Having previously excelled as a Legal Executive Assistant in Manchester, Emilie has relocated to Mackrell London office to complete her legal training and qualify as a solicitor. […]

Maung Aye named Top Recommended for Corporate & Commercial in 2024 Spear’s 500 Guide

June 3, 2024

Mackrell is thrilled to announce that Maung Aye, Joint Managing Partner at the firm, has been listed as a Top Recommended expert for Corporate & Commercial in the esteemed Spear’s 500 guide. This recognition marks the firm’s seventh consecutive appearance in the guide, highlighting its continuous commitment to excellence in this area. Maung Aye’s expertise […]

Alison Green recognised as Top Expert in Family Law by Spear’s 500

May 30, 2024

Alison Green, a Partner and Head of Family and Relationship at Mackrell, has been distinguished as a Top Recommended expert in Family Law in the Spear’s 500 guide. The firm celebrates its seventh year of inclusion in this well-regarded guide, which identifies the world’s top service providers for high-net-worth individuals. Alison Green’s profound expertise and […]

Proposals to make unfair dismissal claims a day-one right could create quagmire for employers

May 13, 2024

By Joanna Alexiou, Senior Associate and Head of Employment, Mackrell The recent proposal by the Labour Party to make claiming unfair dismissal a day-one right for workers in the UK is far more complex than it appears – with the potential to plant a minefield for employers. Currently, employees have the right not be unfairly […]

Mackrell takes strides for justice in the 20th London Legal Walk

April 23, 2024

Mackrell is putting its best foot forward as it confirms its participation in this year’s London Legal Walk. This momentous event on 18th June marks the 20th anniversary of the walk, which unites the legal community to support access to free, life-changing legal advice for those in need. The Mackrells’ team, comprising Chris Lane, Rochelle […]

Mackrell represented at international litigation conference

April 15, 2024

Joint Managing Partner and Head of Civil Litigation, James Atton, will be attending the Litigation Council of America (LCA) 2024 Spring Retreat in Savannah, Georgia, at the Perry Lane Hotel from 17-19 April – where he looks forward to connecting again with Fellows of the LCA and meeting new ones. The retreat provides a sought-after […]

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