Hall Brown

24/02/2026

The issue of non-disclosure of assets can have enormous impact on the financial part of divorce proceedings. Lucy Raho Jeavons of Hall Brown writes how one recent case has prompted an allegation that a businessman “got away with blue murder” by hiding the true extent of his wealth from the family court.

One of the fundamental elements of the process for obtaining a financial remedy on divorce in the courts of England and Wales is that of discretion.

27/01/2026

More families are now choosing to resolve disputes about divorce and the well-being of children away from the courts. It is a development which Sarah Manning, the Head of Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR) at Hall Brown, is very much familiar with. Nevertheless, as Chair of Family Law Mediation Week, she argues that intensive efforts to encourage individuals to settle their differences without the stress, delay, cost and uncertainty which is often associated with court proceedings needs to continue.

Most people who have ever tried to maintain New Year’s resolutions to the end of January, let alone the end of the year, will admit that changing habits is not necessarily easy.

26/01/2026

As Head of its new office in Liverpool, Natalie Dickson explains why the time is right to offer clients on Merseyside the kind of support for which Hall Brown has become renowned nationwide.

There are just 35 miles between Liverpool and Manchester but, in many respects, there is something of a friendly rivalry between these two cities – which are among England’s biggest and most internationally renowned locations.

16/01/2026

Recent research has suggested that some middle-aged spouses feel a sense of relief when their divorces are concluded. Isabella O’Donoghue of Hall Brown explains that although newly single life can present opportunities, it can also bring considerable challenges for those who have not sought specialist advice to ensure that they are fully prepared for what lies ahead.

Some may be going their separate ways after many years together and having to explain their decisions to children, family and friends.

08/01/2026

Following on from our post earlier this week, we are delighted to introduce Lucy Raho Jeavons https://hallbrown.co.uk/team-member/lucy-raho-jeavons/ as the newest member of the Hall Brown Family Law team. Lucy joins as Senior Associate in our office. She is an experienced lawyer specialising in divorce and complex financial remedies, representing a broad range of clients including business owners and professionals across a range of sectors, as well as their spouses.

Priya Palanivel https://hallbrown.co.uk/team-member/priya-palanivel/and Izzy Walsh https://hallbrown.co.uk/team-member/izzy-walsh/, joint heads of the London office, say “As well as being a fantastic lawyer, Lucy embodies the Hall Brown ethos with the client being central to everything she does, delivering straight forward, commercial advice in high pressure or emotive environments. We are so pleased she has joined our growing team.”

06/01/2026

Everyone at Hall Brown Family Law is shocked and saddened by the sudden death of our colleague and friend Jo Snelling.

Jo joined the support team at Hall Brown Family Law in March 2023 having previously worked at national law firm Irwin Mitchell for almost 40 years. She worked with many of our Sheffield colleagues both at Hall Brown and previously at Irwin Mitchell, for many years including some for over 30 years. Jo was such a kind, generous and deeply loyal person with a cutting sense of humour that will be forever remembered in our hearts. Having worked in Family Law for so long, as a secretary and support team member, Jo worked with and helped nurture so many young lawyers who now work all over the country and all of whom will remember her with fondness.

James Brown, founder and partner at Hall Brown Family Law says, “Jo was part of our family. Her larger-than-life presence will be missed by us all. We ask for your patience and understanding at this difficult time.”

05/01/2026

Hall Brown Family Law are delighted to welcome some new colleagues as we start 2026. Partner, Natalie Dickson, with colleagues Antonia Williamson, Ellie Coffey and office manager Vicky Burnell, will be setting up our sixth office in Liverpool. More to come on this…

Lucy Raho Jeavons is joining our London office as Senior Associate adding to the considerable strength of the team headed up by Priya Palanivel and Izzy Walsh.

We welcome them all to the Hall Brown family!

22/12/2025

New year, new opportunity at Hall Brown's Sheffield office. Our award winning, tier 1 |(Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners) Sheffield team are seeking an enthusiastic, hardworking family lawyer with at least 1 year’s PQE (Solicitor or Chartered Legal Exec) to join them to assist on complex financial and private children cases and to begin to build their own case load. This is a new position, to expand the existing team. If you fancy taking a huge next step in your career as a family lawyer with one of the best family law teams in the region and a Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 firm, please do not delay, submit your application by 6 February 2026.

JOB TITLE: Solicitor (PQE at least 1 year) NAME OF COMPANY: Hall Brown Family Law LOCATION: Sheffield REPORTING TO: Head of Sheffield CONTRACT DURATION Permanent / Flexible Working (after initial probation period) – Full Time SALARY: Negotiable – dependent upon experience APPLICATION CLOSING DAT...

16/12/2025

Although the law governing financial remedy proceedings has been in force for more than half a century, discretion in how that legislation is applied to the individual circumstances of each divorce means that the process remains dynamic. Sarah Hewitt of Hall Brown writes that the impact of three landmark rulings from the last 25 years is likely to shape how spouses divide and try to protect their assets for some time to come.

Each and every divorce dealt with by family courts across England and Wales is dealt with according to statute, legislation put in place by parliament.

09/12/2025

Figures published recently by the Office for National Statistics show that 3.8 million men and women experienced domestic abuse in the last year. The data’s release coincided with the launch of a new Government initiative to tackle violence against women and girls. Sarah Manning of Hall Brown Family Law argues that whilst the scheme - and the ongoing pilot of a new Domestic Abuse Protective Order (DAPO) - show that progress is being made in addressing the problem, more still needs to be done.

There was a time when domestic abuse was regarded as something of a nasty, little secret – something which happened inside only certain homes and wasn’t talked about in public.

26/11/2025

Proud to be supporting the 11th annual MAN@Manchester event this Friday at Diecast.

This fantastic day brings together comedy, music and art to raise vital funds for local Manchester charities - with more than 500 guests coming together for one powerful purpose.

Proud to support:

Teenage Cancer Trust
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Beechwood Cancer Care
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Stockport Community Trust
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Olympias Music Foundation
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The Silent Auction is also now live featuring some brilliant lots, from exclusive holiday getaways to unforgettable football experiences. Every bid helps raise vital funds and directly supports the charities above. Everyone is welcome to take part, whether you're attending the event or not.

Look forward to seeing you there, Manchester!