Media

30
Oct 2026

Neurodivergence and Law: ADHD Awareness Month

Neurodivergence and Law: ADHD Awareness Month   My name is Chiara Rathmell, and I am a Probate Assistant in the Wills and Probate department. I am currently undertaking my continuing education with the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives while training at Chadwick Lawrence LLP.  I was diagnosed with combined-type ADHD in December 2022, which changed my…

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28
Oct 2026

Section: Wills & Probate Solicitors

The cost of caring for the elderly and other matters

Bernadette Rogers v Andrew Wills [2025] EWHC 1367 (Ch) / [2025] EWHC 1524 (Ch) / [2025] EWHC 1711 (Ch) / [2026] EWHC 2231 (Ch) Ursula Wills, known as Sheila, died on 19 April 2020 aged 92 years.  Sheila was a widow who was survived by six children.  By her will she appointed her son, Andrew,…

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23
Oct 2026

Dementia: Planning Ahead and Avoiding Common Mistakes

A dementia diagnosis can be overwhelming, both for the person affected and their family. Knowing what steps to take early can save significant stress, delay and expense later. I’ve just been diagnosed with dementia. What should I do? The most important thing is not to panic. Many people continue to live independently and make their…

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14
Oct 2026

Chadwick Lawrence supports Aspire’s annual tag rugby event

Chadwick Lawrence was pleased to continue its longstanding support for Aspire Community Benefit Society at its annual tag rugby event at Headingley Stadium. Now in its sixth year, the event brought together people supported by Aspire, volunteers and teams from across the community for a day centred around inclusive sport, teamwork and having fun. The…

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09
Oct 2026

Split vs Simultaneous Exchange and Completion in M&A

What is the difference between split and simultaneous exchange and completion in M&A? When may a transaction need to be split, and what are the key risks for clients? This article considers those key questions. Much like when buying a house, exchange in a corporate transaction (such as an asset or share sale) is when…

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10
Sep 2026

Grace Armstrong on her new role as Trustee and Treasurer of Memory Lane Calderdale

For Grace Armstrong, Head of Chadwick Lawrence’s Court of Protection Department, supporting people affected by dementia has long been an important part of her professional life. Through her work as a Court of Protection solicitor, Grace regularly supports individuals who have lost capacity through dementia, brain injury and other neurological conditions, as well as the…

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