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21/05/2026

We were the lucky recipients of some wonderful Yorkshire fare care of Kilbride Events today. What a treat - thoroughly recommended and a vast menu of buffet options to chose from for business catering

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18/05/2026

How To Approach A High Net Worth Divorce In 2026

Read our blog on navigating the choppy waters of divorce without capsizing ...

Here's a guide on how UK law decides who gets your pension when you divorce.

14/05/2026

What a wonderful bunch you are!

Between dashes, quizzes, marathons, conferences and sprouts, we raised an amazing £5,280 for Melanie's Miles of Hope in memory of our dear friend and colleague Mel Hartley last year.

This year we hope to reach ever greater heights raising money for the truly indispensable St Gemma's Hospice. We know they have touched the lives of so many.

We hope you can join us as we share our events and challenges across the year and we can see the total grow on our dedicated Just Giving page - available on the QR link below. Thank you to everyone who has already given.

07/05/2026

How to Protect Your Children Financially During Divorce

Divorce can a stressful and emotional experience at the best of times, but when children are involved, it adds another layer of complexity and worry. One of the biggest questions for parents is “how can I make sure my children are financially secure?”

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31/03/2026

Protecting Family Wealth: When to Put a Pre-Nuptial Agreement in Place

At the turn of the Millennium, pre-nuptial agreements were still considered to be a cold and calculating manoeuvre which took a lot of the romance out of a marriage and presented it as resembling a business transaction.

A clear guide to pre-nuptial agreements, including their benefits, common uses and how they can protect your future. Contact Consilia Legal today.

30/03/2026

Family Mediation Voucher Scheme Extended for 2026/27

As of early 2025, the government voucher scheme has already helped 37,700 families access mediation services across England and Wales to settle family disputes without going to court. The scheme has now been extended for 2026-27.

The 2026/27 extension of the Family Mediation Voucher Scheme means more families can access £500 towards mediation. Find out what this means for you.

23/03/2026

Prepare for mediation or prepare to fail

Laura Clapton discusses the importance of a shared commitment to the mediation process

Hybrid mediation offers flexibility and greater client control but its success depends on commitment to the agreed timetable. Without preparation and active solicitor involvement, sessions can lose focus and become costly. In this post, Laura Clapton gives a clear message: treat mediation timetables...

17/03/2026

Consilia Legal Recognised in Doyle’s Guide 2026 Family & Divorce Lawyer Rankings

Consilia Legal is pleased to share that the firm has once again been recognised in the Leading Family & Divorce Lawyer – Leeds & West Yorkshire 2026 category by Doyles Guide, with the team being ranked at tier 2.

Consilia Legal and Laura Clapton recognised in the Doyles Guide 2026 rankings for family and divorce law in Leeds and West Yorkshire.

11/03/2026

It’s been a busy few days for the Employment Team (Marie Walsh Victoria Horner Hannah Horner Sally Ball) at Consilia Legal

⭐We headed to the Inclusive Employment Trailblazer Conference with our exhibition stand and Marie Walsh gave a keynote speech on the ERA 2025 and Equality Act 2010.

⭐ Our mock preliminary hearing with the CIPD North Yorkshire Branch took place at the University of York, with huge thanks to Bruce Frew and Paul Wilson of St Philips Chambers for giving up their evening to conduct the PH.

⭐ From litigation to mediation - our mock workplace mediation with the CIPD West Yorkshire Branch took at the Rose Bowl, Leeds Beckett University.

⭐ A trip to London for another amazing lunch with the Next Generation networking group with the PCD Group | Events & Content.

⭐We delivered our bi-annual employment law update in Skipton to the CIPD North Yorkshire Branch, with huge thanks to the amazing team at Fortem People Ltd for hosting us.

Thank you to everyone who has helped organise these events and to all those who have attended … we hope you found them of great value! Until next time … 😊