Leeds Day LLP

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at Leeds Day. Wishing you a merry and peaceful Christmas and a happy and prosperous New Year. 🎄⭐️

30/10/2025

Breakfast: warm croissants and pain au chocolat.

01/01/2025

31/05/2024

When we end up with a problematic intestate estate, some of the most common phrases which we hear are:

1) "They thought that it would all just go to us as their next-of-kin."
2) "They thought that we could just sort it out between ourselves."
3) "We didn't realise that step-children are not treated equally."
4) "They didn't think that they needed a Will as their estate is small."
5) "I thought that your spouse inherited all of your estate!"

The law governing the treatment of estates without a valid Will is almost 100 years old. Chances are, there is something particular to your estate which is not best served by this antiquated legislation.

Even if you believe that you have a simple estate, and even if you have been told that you don't need a Will by a friend or family member, we would urge you to consider setting out your wishes clearly in order to help alleviate uncertainty from your family and loved ones.

If you wish to discuss your Will or estate, contact the Private Client Team at Leeds Day on 0333 577 2250 or [email protected].

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-you-need-understanding-law-intestacy-england-wales-leeds-day-4ya5e/?trackingId=b%2FHf%2Fff2QY69j1O2%2FLMerQ%3D%3D

28/05/2024

Although many people look forward to the school holidays, for many it inevitably brings disagreements about the arrangements for their children during the break.

There are ways in which you can obtain certainty to help reduce the risk of disagreements during the summer holidays (or any holiday where the arrangements for your children can be a bone of contention).

The Family Team at Leeds Day can discuss your options with you if you are concerned about the effect that the upcoming holidays will have on the arrangements for your children.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/navigating-parental-disputes-over-school-holiday-arrangements-4bhoe/?trackingId=SS%2BhlsW7Q7mJpiB0tDPVcw%3D%3D

24/05/2024

Even with increasing dialogue about the different forms of domestic abuse in today's society, some people unfortunately still do not come forward to ask for help due to social stigma, or due to a fear that they have nowhere to go for help.

We want those who may be dealing with domestic abuse to know that there are legal options available which can help to protect you from your abuser. We have also linked several amazing charities and services within the article who offer free services for those dealing with domestic abuse.

If you need advice about your options if you are dealing with domestic abuse, then contact the Family Team at Leeds Day for assistance.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/break-silence-domestic-abuse-leeds-day-0vwge/?trackingId=MLoEsM18ROiOCBCWBo9x9Q%3D%3D

21/05/2024

If you are finding it difficult to navigate the complexities of your divorce or separation, then you are not alone.

Although the prospect of initiating a divorce or separation can feel daunting, there are collaborative and non-adversarial options which can help to minimise unproductive confrontation and aim to reach a mutually beneficial compromise when your relationship breaks down.

Our family team contains specialists in collaborative family law, and all of our solicitors are committed to delivering the best possible outcome for their clients.

If you have a concern about your divorce or separation, then contact the team to discuss your matter today.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/separation-divorce-hard-everyone-leeds-day-q20ve/?trackingId=%2Fgzl%2Fdp1Y3fgqcgegmixlA%3D%3D

17/05/2024

As we approach the 'Wedding Season,' our family team consider how many people enter into marriage / civil partnership without taking advice on how best to protect their assets if it all goes wrong.

Although it may not be the most romantic conversation, ring-fencing the capital assets which you accumulated before marriage helps to provide clarity and manage expectations for all parties if there is a separation and dispute down the line.

If you are considering marriage or a civil partnership, and if you are concerned that your accumulated assets could be at risk should the relationship break down, then the Family Team at Leeds Day would urge you to take some advice.

Contact the team today to discuss pre-nuptial agreements.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/wedding-season-here-do-you-need-pre-nuptial-agreement-leeds-day-mwbie/?trackingId=7%2BkdgReOQ3OzA7%2FXvRUDqw%3D%3D

14/05/2024

With stringent cuts to Legal Aid, and the rise of online divorces, many people are choosing to try and "go it alone" in absence of professional advice when dealing with their divorce.

Although the process of divorce may be becoming more accessible than ever, there are several pitfalls (particularly when discussing Financial Separation) which can be avoided by taking appropriate advice. It is often more problematic to try and resolve these issues retrospectively, rather than seeking professional guidance from the outset.

Instructing a solicitor in your divorce does not need to be adversarial, and the Family Law Team at Leeds Day comprises of experienced solicitors and specialists in in collaborative family law, who aim to work with the parties to achieve the best mutual outcome in a manner which minimises confrontation and hopes to keep matters out of court.

Contact our team today on 0333 577 2250, or send an email to [email protected] to discuss your Family Law matter.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/pitfalls-unrepresented-divorce-litigant-leeds-day-hn54f/?trackingId=bpK2CEfcRGCIZXQyGHYCUA%3D%3D

10/05/2024

We are shining a spotlight on our Family Team today, who collectively have approximately 80 years of experience in family law.

Our team are passionate about doing the best for their clients. Wherever possible, they strive to help families navigate their legal difficulties in a way which aims to reach a collaborative settlement, and which also aims to resolve disputes before they reach the courts.

Contact the team today on 0333 577 2250 to discuss your separation, child arrangements, financial proceedings, cohabitation agreement, or any other family legal matter.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/whos-who-family-team-leeds-day-leeds-day-4znue/?trackingId=ne8SsETNRhSlH%2BVrco7juw%3D%3D

11/04/2024

Niamh Mackenzie-Johnson and Marta Sikora in our Private Client Team have recently prepared a feature on the benefits of having a professionally drafted Will for The Hunts Post.

Taking professional advice on the drafting of your Will can help you to identify any potential tax or practical issues which could arise as a result of how you intend to distribute your estate. Law firm record-keeping can also reduce the risk of challenges against the validity of your Will based on undue influence, lack of testamentary capacity, and lack of knowledge and approval of the contents of the Will.

If you or someone you know is looking to prepare a Will, you can contact the Private Client Team today on 0333 577 2250 to schedule an initial appointment, or alternatively email your details to [email protected].

Niamh Mackenzie-Johnson and Marta Sikora of Leeds Day LLP discuss the importance of a professionally drafted will when administering your estate.

25/01/2024

Two of our private client team (Niamh Mackenzie-Johnson and Marta Sikora) visited the incredible new facility for Magpas Air Ambulance yesterday afternoon.

The team at Magpas kindly showed Niamh and Marta around the new facility, so they were able to see first hand how the support which the charity receives is put into practice.

Magpas Air Ambulance serves the communities of Cambridgeshire, Bedfordshire and across the East of England, and it is dispatched by both the East of England and the East Midlands Ambulance Service Trusts - caring for a population of over 10 million.

If you are interested in finding out more about Magpas and the work that they do, then you can visit their website here - https://magpas.org.uk/