Harrogate Family Law

02/06/2026

🏡 Living together but not married?

A Cohabitation Agreement can help protect both of you by setting out important arrangements from the start, including:

✔️ Who pays what towards bills and the mortgage
✔️ What happens if you separate
✔️ Ownership of property and assets
✔️ Financial responsibilities during the relationship

Having these conversations early can help avoid costly disputes later.

If you're moving in together or already cohabiting, it's worth understanding your legal position.

28/05/2026

At Harrogate Family Law we are proud to support the 60th anniversary season of Harrogate International Festivals which celebrates world-class music, literature, crime writing, family events and unforgettable outdoor experiences across Yorkshire this summer.

Take a look at the programme and book your tickets here: https://harrogateinternationalfestivals.com/about-us/brochures/

18/05/2026

Yesterday, Laura enjoyed taking part in the 's charity walk to raise money for our charity partner .

A lovely way to spend a Sunday getting the steps in for a great cause.

28/04/2026

He did it! In a time of 3.08.58! Well done Freddy - an unbelievable achievement!

So far, he has raised over £1,600 for Candlelighters Trust (plus over £360 in gift aid).

There's still time to donate to this very worthy cause.
https://www.justgiving.com/page/freddy-wharton

26/04/2026

🍀A final good luck to Freddy Wharton running today's TCS London Marathon to raise money for Candlelighters.

We will be with you every step of the way!

There's still time to donate - https://www.justgiving.com/page/freddy-wharton

21/04/2026

Run Freddy Run 🏃

We wish Freddy Wharton the best of luck as he gears up for this year's London Marathon in support of Candlelighters.

Read his story 👇which includes a link to his Just Giving page.

At Harrogate Family Law, we know that the biggest challenges are rarely faced alone and that’s certainly true for Freddy Wharton as he prepares to take on a fundraising challenge. Freddy will be running a marathon in support of Candlelighters, a fantastic Yorkshire-based charity supporting childre...

20/04/2026

✨ We need your support! ✨

We’re incredibly proud to share that our team and some amazing individuals we work alongside have been nominated in this year’s FB Fashion Ball Yorkshire Business Hero Awards 2026 🎉

It’s a real honour to be recognised, and even more special to be alongside so many inspiring people and businesses across Yorkshire 💛

If you’d like to support us, please take a moment to vote in the following categories:

⭐ Inspirational Businesswoman of the Year – Laura Mounsey
⭐ Business Development & Marketing Leader – Emma Harris
⭐ Yorkshire Team of Excellence Award – Harrogate Family Law

You can vote here 👉 https://fbfashionball.show/vote/

Thank you so much for your continued support - it truly means everything to us 🙏

20/04/2026

A couple of weeks ago, Rebekah and Laura volunteered to make dens with the families of our charity partner, .

Despite the cold, they had a great time in the Valley Gardens helping with this activity!

14/04/2026

You might think your divorce is “amicable” - no arguments, no court battles, no stress.

But here’s the truth: even the most amicable separations can go wrong without the right guidance.

When emotions are calm, it’s easy to agree quickly… sometimes too quickly. And that can lead to decisions that aren’t fully informed or fair in the long run.

Seeking legal advice doesn’t mean turning things hostile - it means protecting both of you. It ensures:

✔️ Agreements are fair and balanced
✔️ Finances and assets are properly considered
✔️ Nothing important gets overlooked

Think of it as a safety net, not a battleground.

An amicable divorce should stay amicable and the right advice helps keep it that way.

🎥 Watch this video to understand why getting legal guidance early is one of the smartest steps you can take.

09/04/2026

We live together but we're not married - what are my legal rights if things go wrong?