Donna Amos, Family Law Solicitor

22/09/2026

A great afternoon at the Etihad Stadium for a Family Law Update hosted by For Legal and barrister Katharine Bundell.

Lots of useful updates across financial remedies, including Standish, pensions, maintenance, non-disclosure, enforcement and the proposed reforms to financial remedy and cohabitation cases.

It was also really interesting to hear about the Child Focused Courts and Child Impact Reports, and how these changes will shape the way private children cases are dealt with going forward.

A really informative afternoon and always valuable to keep up to date with the changes affecting family law practice.

11/07/2026

What a fantastic evening celebrating Headway’s 18th Anniversary! 🎉

We’re incredibly proud that Barker Booth & Eastwood were sponsors of such a special event, helping to raise an amazing £6,000 for this incredible charity and the life-changing work they do.

A huge congratulations to everyone involved in making the evening such a success, and a special mention to Samantha Sweeney Ashcroft for everything she does for Headway Blackpool Wyre and Fylde. Your authentic, heartfelt speech was truly inspiring and a powerful reminder of why this charity makes such a difference to so many lives.

Thank you to everyone who attended, supported, and donated. Together, we’re helping Headway continue its vital work supporting people affected by brain injury.

26/06/2026

I had a fantastic morning at the Shout Connect Lytham networking meeting at the Clifton Arms Hotel today.

A huge thank you to Dave Faulkner-Cross from PW Direct Signs & Designs for such an honest, authentic and entertaining presentation about his journey and how he got to where he is today. If you’re looking for a sign for your business Dave is definitely the person to speak to!

The interactive game at the end of the presentation was absolutely brilliant and I won some lovely w**e glasses!

It was also great to welcome two new members to the group, Brian Jennings and Daniel Elliott.

Thank you to everyone who came along and contributed to another enjoyable morning. Networking is about building relationships, supporting one another and, as today proved, having plenty of laughs along the way.

Looking forward to the next meeting! 😊

18/06/2026

This week I’ve had the pleasure of having Ameerah, a university student, join me for work experience at Barker Booth & Eastwood.

Over the course of the week, Ameerah has had the opportunity to observe a variety of cases across both Family Law and Personal Injury, gaining an insight into the realities of legal practice and the diverse nature of client work.

It has been great to share knowledge, discuss the practical aspects of the profession, and provide a glimpse into the skills and dedication required to support clients through often challenging circumstances.

Supporting aspiring legal professionals is something I am passionate about, and I hope this experience has been both informative and inspiring for Ameerah as she continues her studies and considers her future career path.

I wish her every success for the future and thank her for her enthusiasm and engagement throughout the week.

11/06/2026

A great day at Resolution Lancashire and Cumbria’s Annual Summer Conference at Barton Manor Hotel & Spa.

There was an excellent line-up of speakers covering a wide range of family law topics, making for an informative and engaging event.

A particular highlight was hearing Stacey Copeland share her journey from a sports-mad child to becoming a professional boxer and footballer. Her honest reflections on the challenges she faced, together with her remarkable achievements, were truly inspiring.

It was also wonderful to see Emily Murray step into her new role as YRes Chair for the region. I am incredibly proud of everything Emily continues to achieve and have no doubt she will be a fantastic Chair.

Many thanks to the Committee for all their hard work in organising such a successful event.

Days like these are a reminder of the strength of our family law community and the shared commitment to supporting families and improving practice across our profession.

10/06/2026

Fantastic to spend time with our marketing team from Consortium More Than Marketing.

Yesterday’s catch-up at Blackpool Pleasure Beach was the perfect setting before getting down to business with our six-month review meeting this morning.

A great opportunity to celebrate what’s been achieved so far and look ahead to some exciting plans for the future.

09/06/2026

Fantastic evening at Coastal Radio DAB Local Business Awards on Friday at The Blackpool Tower Ballroom.

It was a pleasure to sponsor and present the Best Business Award (Over 10 Employees), which was very deservedly won by Partington’s Holiday Parks.

A huge thank you to Evolution Ltd for sponsoring and presenting the Professional Services Award to Barker Booth & Eastwood. The award was accepted on behalf of the firm by Emily Murray and Jack Fielding.

Congratulations to all the winners and finalists, and special thanks to Paula Davies and the team at Coastal Radio for organising such a fantastic event and celebrating the success of local businesses across our community.

01/04/2026

Barker Booth & Eastwood has been shortlisted for the Coastal Radio DAB Local Business Awards 2026 in the Professional Services category 🙌

We’re proud to be recognised, but we need your help to take the next step…

With just a few weeks remaining, your vote could make all the difference. We’d really appreciate you taking a moment to vote for us.

Here’s how to vote:
👉 Head to: https://lba.coastalradiodab.co.uk/
👉 Locate Barker Booth & Eastwood in the Professional Services category
👉 Cast your vote!

Every vote means a lot to us, and we’d be honoured to have your support.

Thank you for continuing to support our team and champion local businesses ❤️

Vote for your favourite local businesses in the 2026 awards.

31/03/2026

After an incredible 30-year journey with Barker Booth & Eastwood, we say thank you and farewell to Darren, on his retirement.

Darren has been a cornerstone of the firm for three decades, leading our Personal Injury Department with dedication, hard work, and unwavering commitment to clients. His expertise, leadership, and guidance have not only shaped the department but have also made a lasting impact on the firm as a whole.

We wish Darren a long, happy, and well-deserved retirement filled with new adventures and opportunities.