15 Years Of Harrogate Family Law: From thermos tea to top-tier teamwork

By Andrew Meehan, Founder and Managing Director Fifteen years ago, I left the comfort of a large national law firm – complete with receptionists, IT support, and a photocopier that never ran out of toner (well sometimes) – to set up Harrogate Family Law. I’d spotted a gap in the local market for high-quality family ...

2025-10-27T13:13:33+00:00October 27th, 2025|News|

Harrogate Family Law maintains Chambers and Partners 2026 Ranking

Harrogate Family Law is proud to announce that the firm has once again been recognised in the Chambers and Partners UK Guide 2026, securing a place among the leading family law firms in the region. Expertise and recognition According to Chambers and Partners, “Harrogate Family Law has a dedicated team with extensive experience advising on challenging ...

2025-10-22T07:59:14+01:00October 22nd, 2025|News|

Why pre-nups aren’t just for the super-rich

After nearly 20 years of marriage, Hollywood and country music A-listers, Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban have decided to call time on their relationship. It’s not uncommon for the unions of high-profile celebrity couples to reach the end of the road, but the details of the pre-nuptial agreement Kidman and Urban entered into before their ...

2025-10-21T11:25:20+01:00October 21st, 2025|Pre-nups|

What can we learn from Standish v Standish?

The case of Standish v Standish has been a hot topic in the world of family law over the past few months, and in July this year, the court finally reached its conclusion.  Referencing several previous landmark cases before it (notably White v White [2001] and McFarlane v McFarlane [2006]), the 20-page judgment was, at ...

2025-10-15T11:24:32+01:00October 14th, 2025|Divorce, Pre-nups|

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|

Through the FOG: recognising narcissistic behaviour

At Harrogate Family Law, we’ve had plenty of experience supporting clients who are separating from or divorcing narcissistic partners. There’s no doubt that any relationship breakdown is challenging, but when you’re dealing with a narcissist, it can add another level of complexity to proceedings.  For many clients, the journey up until this point has been ...

2025-09-25T12:55:15+01:00September 24th, 2025|Narcissist Divorce|

Is your pre-nup still fit for purpose?

There’s no doubt that prenuptial agreements are a worthwhile investment. While they’re not legally binding in England and Wales, they can be highly persuasive when it comes to dividing any assets in the event of a divorce.   Some people struggle with the concept of prenuptial agreements, seeing them as ‘unromantic’ and promoting a pessimistic view ...

2025-08-29T16:17:56+01:00September 8th, 2025|Divorce and money, Money, Pre-nups, Tips|

What conversations should you have with your significant other when marriage is on the horizon?

Marriage is one of the most significant commitments you can make. Joining your life with that of another person in law isn’t a decision that most people take lightly.  Before making that kind of commitment, it’s essential that you feel as happy and confident as possible about who you’re going to share your life with.  ...

2025-08-29T16:15:21+01:00August 29th, 2025|Pre-nups, Tips, Unmarried couples|

Marriage counselling and divorce coaching: what’s the difference?

If you’re going through tough times in your relationship, you may be wondering where to turn to for support. When it comes to making decisions about the future of your relationship, there are several different people and professionals who can help you reach a decision that’s right for you.  Marriage counsellors and divorce coaches are ...

2025-08-04T15:27:27+01:00August 11th, 2025|Family law, Mediation|

Neurodivergent children and divorce.

The term ‘neurodivergent’ refers to a range of conditions including Autism, ADHD and other learning or developmental differences. It’s a term used for a person’s experience of processing the world around them falling outside the ‘norm’ or ‘neurotypical’.  When your child is neurodivergent, it can add another layer of complexity to divorce proceedings - one ...

2025-08-04T15:17:32+01:00August 4th, 2025|Children, Family law|
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