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Rothley Law is an independent law firm with a national reach. We believe in nurturing long term relationships with our clients.

We have a team of experienced legal professionals who can help you with a wide range of legal matters. We understand that legal matters can be stressful and confusing, so we make it our priority to provide clear and concise advice that is tailored to your individual needs.

25/11/2025

Andrew Bishop Featured in The Times
Big news for our Disputed Wills & Trusts team! Partner Andrew Bishop has been featured in The Times discussing why the UK’s inheritance laws need urgent modernisation.

With claims rising and more blended and non-traditional families than ever, Andrew explains why the current law no longer reflects real life.

Read the full article: https://archive.is/DcXLp -1741.35-1741.66

If you think you may have a claim or want advice on inheritance rights, we’re here for a confidential chat.

14/11/2025

🎙️ Rothley Rewind - taking us back to July, Heledd chats with Carrie Stoneham about ‘silver splitters’ - divorce in later life, finances when one party is in care, and why you should never send anything at 5 pm on a Friday!

Carrie is a Senior Associate at Burges Salmon LLP, specialising in complex financial settlements, capacity issues, and child arrangements, including surrogacy.

👉 Listen here: https://youtu.be/Nt9Bu5EH4H4

07/11/2025

🎙️ Rothley Rewind...

In this episode, Heledd Wyn revisits her conversation with Josh Hayward, whose rare mix of contentious and non-contentious private client work offers insight into both sides of the profession.

Josh shares his journey, the value of versatility, and what it’s like working across the full spectrum of private client matters.

👉 Listen here: https://youtu.be/KLVQnIUFMbo

29/10/2025

Weekly Hot Topic
Cohabiting? Here’s why a Will matters

💬Why “common law marriage” could leave your partner unprotected

💡 Living together doesn’t give you the same legal rights as marriage or civil partnership - “common law marriage” isn’t recognised in the UK.
Joint assets (like a home or bank account) usually pass automatically to the survivor.
Sole assets (like a house in one partner’s name) won’t pass to the other unless named in a Will. Without one, intestacy rules apply - which could leave your partner with nothing.
Example: If Bette owns her house and dies without a Will, it passes to her parents - not her partner Ava. Ava may have to go through court to claim support.
Inheritance Tax (IHT): Married couples benefit from spouse exemption. Cohabiting partners do not - meaning tax could force the sale of a home or assets.
👉 If you’re not married (and don’t plan to be), making a Will is essential to protect your partner and your estate.

Speak to us today to safeguard your future.

🔗https://www.rothleylaw.com/services/private-wealth/

24/10/2025

Rothley Rewind Alert!

We’re revisiting our chat with Juliet Schalker, Head of Dispute Resolution at Debenhams Ottaway - a masterclass in how to prevent and manage business disputes.

Still one of our most insightful episodes!

🎧 Catch it again on Rothley on the Record
📺 Full video on YouTube https://youtu.be/17W7q9MpT_Q

17/10/2025

🎬 Rothley Rewind: Season 1!

That’s a wrap on Season 1, but the stories live on! In Rothley on the Record, we’re kicking off the rewind with our most listened-to episode: Daphne Franks shares her mother Joan Blass’s story, a vibrant woman devastated by vascular dementia and a predatory marriage.

Subtitles included - make sure they’re switched on!

🎧 https://youtu.be/SYLV0EUkStE

14/10/2025

Huge congratulations to Andrew Bishop at Rothley Law, who’s just been named Contentious Practitioner of the Year! 🏆
Anyone who’s worked with Andrew knows how brilliant (and lovely!) he is - this award is well-earned recognition.
He’s led important campaigns on ‘predatory marriage’ that have influenced Law Commission recommendations, and this year alone has taken four cases to trial -winning three, with another judgment on the way!
Part of one of the largest and most innovative contentious probate teams in the country - winners of Contentious Probate Team of the Year last year - Andrew’s passion, expertise and integrity truly shine through.
👏 We couldn’t be prouder - congratulations, Andrew!

13/10/2025

🔥 This Week’s Legal Insight: Spotting the Signs of Financial Abuse
Financial abuse is one of the most insidious forms of exploitation - and it’s on the rise. It doesn’t always happen in the shadows; sometimes, it’s committed by the very people we trust the most.
Financial abuse can happen to anyone - but the elderly and vulnerable are particularly at risk. Sadly, it’s often carried out by those in a position of trust, including family members, carers, or even attorneys appointed to help manage finances.
💡 What does financial abuse look like?
• Unexplained cash withdrawals or bank transfers
• Bills left unpaid without reason
• Being charged excessively for basic services
• Pressure to sign documents or make gifts
• Misuse of Powers of Attorney (e.g. mixing finances, taking money for personal use)
These red flags can leave victims anxious, isolated, and financially insecure.
🛡️ What can you do?
• Speak up if something feels wrong - trust your instincts.
• Contact the police, social services, or the Office of the Public Guardian if you suspect abuse.
• In some cases, the Court of Protection can step in to review or remove attorneys or deputies.
At Rothley Law, we help protect vulnerable people and their families, offering clear guidance and compassionate support in sensitive situations like these.
📞 If you’re worried about financial abuse - whether for yourself or a loved one - our team is here to advise with care and discretion.
👉 https://www.rothleylaw.com/contact-us/

08/10/2025

🎙️ New episode alert!

This week on Rothley on the Record, Heledd chats with Lisa Heywood, founder of Strutt Associates - Cornwall’s Dispute Lawyers.

Lisa talks about shaking up litigation services in Cornwall, her passion for insolvency, property, and business disputes, and what it takes to build a bold new kind of law firm.

👉 Listen here: https://youtu.be/SaHlLf-na-E

02/10/2025

This week on Rothley on the Record, Heledd sits down with Alice Nash from Hailsham Chambers.

Alice is a barrister with extensive experience in professional liability, costs, and insurance disputes, acting in claims against solicitors, valuers, surveyors, architects, accountants, and financial services professionals.

She also brings deep expertise in clinical negligence, especially where claims have been mishandled or under-settled.

👉 Join us as Alice shares her insights into the evolving costs landscape and the real-world challenges facing litigators today.

🎧 Watch here: https://youtu.be/AOc3ZlR3k_4

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