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This month we are celebrating two outstanding long service milestones at Rowlinsons Solicitors, as Nicola Cooper marks 30 years with the firm and Mike Daly celebrates 20 years. Nicola joined Rowlinsons in 1996 and has been a dedicated and valued member of...

For decades, family law professionals have been calling for change. On 5th June 2026, the government finally answered. A long-awaited consultation has now been launched on reforming the rights of cohabiting couples in England and Wales. The proposals could...

Laura Jones, Trainee Solicitor in the Family Department at Rowlinsons Solicitors discusses the misconception surrounding the rights of cohabiting couples and how cohabitation agreements can be utilised.    It is becoming increasingly common for...

At Rowlinsons, we believe there is no single route into a successful legal career. We are committed to supporting ambition, developing talent and providing clear, structured pathways for progression at every stage. Sarah Snasdell’s journey is a strong...

On 27th January 2026, the Government published the draft Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill, setting out a wide-ranging package of proposals designed to overhaul the residential leasehold system in England and Wales. The reforms are intended to address...

Laura Jones, Trainee Solicitor in the Family Department at Rowlinsons Solicitors discusses this question, particularly in light of Good Divorce Week 2025 which is taking place from 10 th November 2025.   This week is Good Divorce Week which is an...

Laura Jones, Trainee Solicitor in the Family Department at Rowlinsons Solicitors discusses the recent Government report in relation to the repeal of the presumption of parental involvement and what this means in relation to child arrangements. What is...

Why Rowlinsons Solicitors says they’re not just for the rich and famous When news broke that Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are engaged, it wasn’t just the tabloids buzzing — legal experts were too. With Taylor’s estimated £1.3...

Divorce is rarely easy, but avoiding common mistakes can help make the process smoother, faster, and less stressful for everyone involved. At Rowlinsons Solicitors, our Family Law team supports clients through every stage of separation, and we've seen...

Laura Jones, Trainee Solicitor in the Family Department at Rowlinsons Solicitors discusses this question, particularly in light of the recent judgement of the Supreme Court in the case of Standish v Standish.    Upon divorce, spouses have claims...