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In 1876, there were no formal legal qualifications, no central land register, no telephones, and no women in the profess...
08/06/2026

In 1876, there were no formal legal qualifications, no central land register, no telephones, and no women in the profession at all.

When William Blackhurst opened his doors in Blackpool 150 years ago, he was stepping into a world of handwritten deeds, articled clerks, and a client base drawn almost entirely from the propertied classes. The law was recognisable in name only.

We have been reflecting on just how much has changed since then, and what has stayed the same.

Read the full article on our website.
🔗 www.blackhurstbudd.co.uk/industry-news/2026/6/8/m490kfq03zwjey7zl933soxim8zyus

👏👏👏 Great feedback for Megan in relation to a Fire Safety Law matter.
05/06/2026

👏👏👏 Great feedback for Megan in relation to a Fire Safety Law matter.

In 1876, a woman could not own property after marriage. Divorce was available only to those who could afford it, and mot...
01/06/2026

In 1876, a woman could not own property after marriage. Divorce was available only to those who could afford it, and mothers had almost no legal standing over their own children.

150 years on, the law looks entirely different.

Our latest article traces how family law has evolved since we opened our doors in Blackpool, from the Matrimonial Causes Act of 1857 to the introduction of no fault divorce in 2022, and explores why the need for clear, sensitive legal advice at life's most difficult moments has never changed.

Read the full piece here: https://www.blackhurstbudd.co.uk/industry-news/2026/6/1/150-years-of-family-law-how-much-has-changed

Another amazing ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review for Chelsie in our Residential Property Team. If you are buying or selling in the Fylde Coa...
29/05/2026

Another amazing ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review for Chelsie in our Residential Property Team. If you are buying or selling in the Fylde Coast make sure you call 01253 629300 for a no obligation quote.

From bundles of handwritten title deeds to instant digital searches and electronic signatures, conveyancing has changed ...
26/05/2026

From bundles of handwritten title deeds to instant digital searches and electronic signatures, conveyancing has changed almost beyond recognition in 150 years.

But some things have stayed exactly the same. Clients still want reassurance. They still want someone to spot the problem before it becomes an expensive mistake. And they still want to move forward with confidence.

As we mark 150 years of legal practice in Blackpool and the Fylde Coast, we have been looking back at just how much the world of property law has shifted, from the arrival of the Land Registry and the rise of mortgage lending, through to the complexity of modern SDLT and the pace of today's digital transactions.

Some of it would astonish a Victorian solicitor. Some of it, we think, would feel very familiar.

Read the full piece here: https://www.blackhurstbudd.co.uk/industry-news/2026/5/18/what-has-changed-in-conveyancing-since-1876

🏡 Amazing! Well done Chelsie, fantastic client feeback. 👏👏👏👏👏
22/05/2026

🏡 Amazing! Well done Chelsie, fantastic client feeback. 👏👏👏👏👏

Great feedback for Megan in our Dispute Resolution Team. If you need advice on landlord and tenant matters please call 0...
22/05/2026

Great feedback for Megan in our Dispute Resolution Team. If you need advice on landlord and tenant matters please call 01253 629300.

In 1876, the average terraced house in Blackpool cost around £100. A week's wages for a skilled tradesman came to about ...
18/05/2026

In 1876, the average terraced house in Blackpool cost around £100. A week's wages for a skilled tradesman came to about 30 shillings. Life expectancy was 41. And legal advice was largely the preserve of the wealthy.

150 years on, quite a lot has changed.

To mark our anniversary, we have taken a look at the world William Blackhurst first opened his doors to in 1876, and compared it with the world we are advising clients in today. From house prices to horse drawn carriages, it is a fascinating reminder of how much has shifted, and what has stayed the same.

One thing that has not changed? The value of having a good solicitor in your corner.

Read the full piece on our website.
🔗 www.blackhurstbudd.co.uk/industry-news/2026/5/18/1876-vs-2026-how-much-has-changed-in-150-years

Another happy Blackhurst Budd client and a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review!
15/05/2026

Another happy Blackhurst Budd client and a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review!

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