Mincoffs Solicitors

05/06/2026

Our next Personal Licence Holders Training (APLH) takes place on Thursday 25th June.

These courses are designed to be practical, clear, and focused on what the licensing objectives mean in day-to-day trading, including:

- The Licensing Act 2003
- Premises Licences and Club Premises Certificates
- Licensing Objectives
- Powers of Enforcement and Offences
- Temporary Events Notices
- Responsibility in Alcohol Retailing

To learn more, or book your place, visit this link: https://www.mincoffs.co.uk/business/licensing-and-gaming/licensing-training/

05/06/2026

Meet the team…

Max Gilchrist is an associate solicitor in our corporate team, with experience in advising on a wide variety of corporate transactions for clients ranging from small SMEs to international organisations.

We asked Max to share more about his experience working at the firm.

04/06/2026

With schools breaking up for summer in the coming months, many families will be looking forward to a holiday abroad.

While this is an exciting time for many, it can also be a stressful task for separated parents needing to navigate their rights and responsibilities on taking their children out of the country.

Our blog outlines the key points for separated parents to consider when planning a family trip to ensure the holiday proceeds smoothly.

Read the full article at this link: https://www.mincoffs.co.uk/separated-parents-holidays/

03/06/2026

Staff brunch is providing a welcome midweek treat in our office today.

It’s great to support local businesses, with delicious sandwiches from the nearby Big River Bakery.

A fantastic reason to take a break from our screens and socialise with friends from across the firm.

02/06/2026

We were delighted to return as a sponsor of Ponteland Beer Festival at the event last week.

Now in its 11th year, some of our team spent an afternoon in the sun making the most of all the event has to offer, with great company, entertainment and beers from across the region and beyond.

Congratulations to the organisers on another fantastic event.

01/06/2026

Today marks the first day of our Mincoffs assessment weeks, where we will be welcoming a number of candidates as part of our trainee recruitment programme.

It’s a great opportunity to meet colleagues from across the firm, take part in tasks in various departments and experience our culture first-hand.

We wish all of the candidates the best of luck and hope they enjoy their time with us!

29/05/2026

Preparations for our summer Fizz in the City are well underway ☀️

Join us at Banyan on 19th June for:

🥂 An informal afternoon of networking with women from across the region
🥂 Fundraising for Changing Lives
🥂 Delicious Print Cakes cupcakes
🥂 Ending the work week in style with a glass of fizz

Tickets are free, and you can book yours here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-fizz-in-the-city-tickets-1988914077546?aff=oddtdtcreator&_gl=%E2%80%A6

28/05/2026

Bereaved families across the UK may be owed money from NS&I, and repayments have now begun.

NS&I recently confirmed that around 34,000 estates may have received less savings than they were owed, totalling approximately £367 million across claims made between 2008 and 2025.

Our expert wills, probate and trusts team has put together a guide to answer commonly asked questions to help those affected better understand their position.

For more information about our team and their services, or to get in touch, visit this link: https://www.mincoffs.co.uk/personal/wills-probate-trusts/

28/05/2026

It was our pleasure to support Reform Studio on the launch of its premium pilates and wellness studio on Newcastle’s Quayside.

Based across four floors, it is the largest studio of its kind in the city and is home to reformer and mat pilates, a plunge pool, an infrared sauna, sound baths and weight classes.

We are delighted to share a testimonial from founder Victoria Darroch, who worked closely with our real estate, commercial services and employment teams.

27/05/2026

Divorce is rarely straightforward, and is often the first time many people have ever had to instruct a solicitor.

Our experienced family law team take pride in providing expert advice and guidance, delivered with clarity, care and empathy.

Partner Emily Cannell recently spoke to High Life North magazine, to detail more of the process and answer some commonly asked questions.

Read the full article here:

A calmer way through divorce: we caught up with Emily Cannell, Partner and Head of Family at Mincoffs Solicitors to find out more.