Could using AI for your divorce actually end up costing you more?

Partner Stephanie Douthwaite discusses with host David Opie, on Today's Family Lawyer the rapidly growing trend of clients arriving at initial consultations having relied on artificial intelligence to outline their own divorce settlements. Click the podcast logo to listen. AI is changing the way we do almost everything, including how we approach divorce. With tools ...

2026-10-22T09:46:17+01:00October 22nd, 2026|Company News|

Harrogate Family Law praised for fighting hard for clients while never losing sight of the human side of divorce

Harrogate Family Law has been named among Yorkshire's leading family law practices in the Chambers UK 2027 rankings, with clients praising its lawyers for their determination, exceptional legal skills and empathy during some of life's most difficult moments. The specialist firm has retained its ranking in the prestigious legal directory and partners Andrew Meehan and ...

2026-10-19T15:31:21+01:00October 19th, 2026|Company News|

Harrogate Family Law recognised among leading family law specialists in The Legal 500

Harrogate Family Law has once again been recognised in The Legal 500 UK 2027, highlighting the firm's expertise in complex, high-value divorce and financial matters. The prestigious legal directory, which assesses law firms across the UK, has highlighted the firm's specialist expertise, the strength of its senior leadership team and its ability to handle challenging ...

2026-10-13T16:28:20+01:00October 13th, 2026|Company News|

Double Yorkshire legal awards recognition for Harrogate Family Law

Partners pictured (L-R): Steph Douthwaite, Andrew Meehan and Laura Mounsey We are delighted to announce that Harrogate Family Law has been named a finalist in two categories at the Yorkshire Legal Awards 2026, with the firm shortlisted for Niche Law Firm of the Year and our Director, Laura Mounsey, shortlisted for Partner of the Year. ...

2026-08-20T16:13:22+01:00August 20th, 2026|Company News|

Britain’s longest divorce spanning over 23 years!  

Recently, headlines emerged of “Britain’s longest divorce” in the case of Gohil v Gohil & Ors [2025] EWCH 3646. In total, it took the parties 23 years to reach a financial settlement due to the husband’s significant non-disclosure. Why hiding assets during divorce can delay your financial settlement As family law practitioners, we often deal ...

2026-08-11T14:12:10+01:00August 11th, 2026|Company News, Disclosure, Divorce, Money|

HFL gets behind Freddy Wharton’s marathon challenge for charity

At Harrogate Family Law, we know that the biggest challenges are rarely faced alone and that’s certainly true for Freddy Wharton as he prepares to take on a fundraising challenge.  Freddy will be running a marathon in support of Candlelighters, a fantastic Yorkshire-based charity supporting children with cancer and their families. And as a firm, we’re proud to be ...

2026-04-21T13:25:15+01:00April 21st, 2026|Company News|

Why trauma-informed practice matters in family law

Family law is often described as one of the most rewarding areas of legal practice but it is also one of the most emotionally demanding. Every day, family lawyers work with people navigating some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Divorce, separation, child arrangements and financial uncertainty bring intense stress, anxiety and vulnerability. ...

2026-02-16T09:33:52+00:00February 16th, 2026|Children, Company News, Divorce|

Harrogate Family Law announces charity partnership with New Beginnings Peer Support for 2026

Pictured: Laura Mounsey, Harrogate Family Law and Lindsay Oliver, New Beginnings Peer Support Harrogate Family Law is proud to announce New Beginnings Peer Support as its official Charity Partner for 2026. New Beginnings Peer Support is a peer-led after-crisis domestic abuse service for women and their children living in North Yorkshire who have previously been ...

2025-12-18T15:29:22+00:00December 9th, 2025|Company News|

Harrogate Family Law recognised as a “Considerable Force” in Legal 500 rankings

Press Release - October 2025 Harrogate Family Law has once again been recognised in the Legal 500 UK rankings, cementing its position as one of Yorkshire’s leading family law practices. The Legal 500 editorial team describes Harrogate Family Law as “a considerable force in family law within Yorkshire”, with notable expertise in nuptial agreements, high-net-worth finance ...

2025-10-15T11:13:04+01:00October 2nd, 2025|Company News|
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