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October 27, 2025

Wolferstans LLP is Crowned Law Firm of the Year at Prestigious LawNet Awards

We are proud to announce our recognition at the 2025/26 LawNet Awards, where we won Law Firm of the Year. The awards ceremony took place

October 6, 2025

Fatal Accidents: The Consequences Nobody Talks About

Following the tragic death of her 27-year-old son in a road traffic collision, Mrs L was not only grieving but also trying to cope with

September 11, 2025

Wolferstans Education Conference 2025

We are delighted to invite you to the Wolferstans Education Conference, a dynamic and insightful event bringing together leading voices from across the Education Sector.

August 21, 2025

Legal Support for Noise-Induced Hearing Loss (NIHL)

Understanding NIHL in Civilian and Military Life For many people, working in noisy environments is simply part of the job. But prolonged exposure to loud

August 1, 2025

Post-Separation Conduct and the Division of Assets: Insights from TF v SF [2025]

In the recent judgment of TF v SF [2025] EWHC 1659 (Fam) the significance of fairness and full financial transparency in divorce proceedings is affirmed

July 28, 2025

Managing Archaeological Discoveries is all in a day’s work for Wolferstans

Samantha Buckthought of Wolferstans LLP was appointed as a deputy by the Court of Protection to manage the property and financial affairs of a person,

July 24, 2025

Legal Support for Non-freezing Cold Injury (NFCIs)

Understanding NFCI’s in the Armed Forces For Armed Forces personnel, enduring harsh conditions is part of the mission. But when exposure to cold, harsh environments

July 23, 2025

A Commentary on Rogers -v- Wills [2025] EWHC 1367 Ch

The High Court has recently held that a daughter is entitled to receive substantial sums from her mother’s Estate in respect of a domestic contract

July 21, 2025

Standish v Standish – The Treatment of Matrimonial and Non-Matrimonial Property

At Wolferstans, our Family Team regularly advise clients in relation to the division of their assets on divorce. That often includes a discussion about whether

July 9, 2025

Planning Ahead: The Importance of a Health & Welfare LPA

No one wants to think about losing control. Especially not over something as personal as their own health, mind or wellbeing. So, it’s not a

July 8, 2025

Urgent Inquiry Launched into Maternity Failings

The Health Secretary, Wes Streeting has launched a national inquiry into the care within the maternity sector stating, “we must act now”. This inquiry has

July 7, 2025

Deputyship Misuse and Recovery: A Case From the Court of Protection

When a loved one loses mental capacity, managing their financial affairs becomes a matter of both legal formality and deep personal trust. This is the

June 23, 2025

Asbestos Exposure Claims in Healthcare and Public Services: A Hidden Occupational Risk

What is asbestos? Asbestos is a material made of fibres and is widely used in construction as it is strong, heat – resistant and cheap.

June 23, 2025

An Insight into the Failure of the Early Notification Scheme

What is the Early Notification Scheme? The NHS Resolution Early Notification Scheme was established in April 2017 to address potential clinical negligence claims in relation

June 18, 2025

Estate Planning for Blended Families: Ensuring Your Legacy Reflects Your Life

As modern families become more diverse, the traditional nuclear model is increasingly giving way to blended households: second marriages, civil partnerships, stepchildren, half-siblings, and complex

June 17, 2025

Speeding up Build Out: What the June 2025 Consultation Means for Developers

The Government’s June 2025 consultation, “Speeding up Build Out”, signals a decisive shift in planning policy. Moving beyond the question of granting permissions, it ventures

June 13, 2025

A Cautionary Tale for Divorcing Couples and Why Court Proceedings Should be a Last Resort

At Wolferstans, we always encourage clients to explore alternatives to Court proceedings when trying to resolve finances during a divorce, as we believe that it

June 3, 2025

Rewriting the Rules: What the Law Commission’s Proposals Mean for the Future of Wills

Do Law Commission recommendations show the future of Wills? The Law Commission has published its long-anticipated recommendations for reforming the law of Wills in England