JWP Solicitors

In the 3rd of a 3-part series on care proceedings, Childcare Solicitor Sydnee Marsh details the types of hearings involved.

If you'd like to speak to one of our experienced solicitors about care proceedings, you can get in touch any time at jwpsolicitors.co.uk

Read the full article at: https://www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk/news-and-blog/post/what-you-need-to-know-about-care-proceedings-types-of-hearings/

In anticipation of last-minute goals, late night penalties 🫣 and wild celebrations (🤞), we’re giving our hard-working team a little recovery time on Monday morning.

So our offices will be open from 10am instead of the usual 8:45.

May we also take this opportunity to say…

COME ON ENGLAND!!!

Here's to a great weekend...

This week solicitor Sydnee Marsh took part in a 'Your Hired' event at King's School, Pontefract.

The event involved interviewing year 10 students, helping to give them an experience of a job interview, and providing feedback and constructive criticism to prepare them for the real thing!

It's a real privilege for our team to be able to play a small part in preparing students for their future careers. Who knows, we may even welcome some of them through the doors at JWP in the future!

This Wednesday July 3rd, we’re back with our Free Legal Advice Clinic at Pontefract Library. 📚

Our expert solicitors will be there 09:30am - 12:00pm to answer your questions. No booking required.

You’ll find us just inside the main doors, and we have a separate room for confidential conversations as required.

If you'd like to chat to us before then, get in touch at www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk or on 01977 790 029.


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In the 2nd of a 3-part series on care proceedings, Childcare Solicitor Sydnee Marsh details what to expect in the first hearing.

Read the full article at: https://www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk/news-and-blog/post/what-you-need-to-know-about-care-proceedings-the-first-hearing/

Please join us in welcoming Grace Clark to the team 👏

It's all change for Grace as she moved up to Yorkshire from Devon last month, then straight into her new role with us as a Family Solicitor at the Wakefield office.

Welcome to the team (and Yorkshire) Grace!

Congratulations to Samantha Woolley, who graduated as a Solicitor this month.👏

Samantha has now taken up a seat at our Pontefract office in the Childcare team.

Well done Samantha!

We have an opportunity for a Legal Secretary to join our Family Department.

Please note, this vacancy is for a legal secretary, not a paralegal, legal executive or solicitor.

The role is to be based at any of our West Yorkshire offices, and we are looking for candidates to join on a full-time basis (Monday-Friday), for immediate start. Hybrid working may be available on request.

The role will require (but not be limited to) the following:

- Ability to type, draft and produce documents efficiently;
- Experience using Case Management software;
- Competent IT skills and working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook;
- Communication skills both written and verbal;
- Initiative to learn and ability to self-motivate;
- Experience of working under pressure to tight deadlines with the ability to remain calm;
- Ability to prioritise and multitask effectively, with good time management and organisational skills; and
- The ability to demonstrate discretion and maintain absolute confidentiality.


We offer a competitive package dependent on experience, and a working environment that values and cares for its team members. We have held the Law Society’s LEXCEL accreditation for a number of years and strive to make the client and team experience the best that it can be.

Please send your CV and covering letter by email to [email protected]

Equal Opportunities: JWP Solicitors are committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. All candidates will be assessed on merit solely.

Over the next few weeks, Childcare Solicitor Sydnee Marsh gives us a close look at Care Proceedings - what to expect, how to prepare and some key things to know. This week, we kick off with 'Types of Orders'

Read more at...https://www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk/news-and-blog/post/what-you-need-to-know-about-care-proceedings/

Wednesday June 5th, we’re back with our Free Legal Advice Clinic at Pontefract Library. 📚

Our expert solicitors will be there 09:30am - 12:00pm to answer your questions. No booking required.

You’ll find us just inside the main doors, and we have a separate room for confidential conversations as required.

If you'd like to chat to us before then, get in touch at www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk or on 01977 790 029.


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JWP Solicitors JWP Solicitors offer private and public law services from offices in Leeds, Wakefield and Pontefract

It’s hoped that adoption marks the start of a new future for both the adoptive family and adopted child. Expectations are high on both sides, and in many cases it’s a long hoped-for arrangement. In some cases however, for any number of reasons, this may not be the case.

It’s important to understand that adoptions sometimes break down despite the very best efforts of the adoptive parents. In this case, it’s vital to understand the next steps to ensure minimal disruption and suffering for all involved. Our team includes experts on adoption breakdown, who can help you understand the options available to you.

If you’d like to talk to one of our experts about any of the legal matters arising from adoption, get in touch today at jwpsolicitors.co.uk

"New analysis of Freedom of Information (FoI) data obtained from the Ministry of Justice by Quilter has found that the number of probate cases taking over a year to be granted has risen by 65% over the last three years"

This article from Today's Wills & Probate outlines the extent of the delays through the probate system, and how despite the various challenges faced by those using the service, the standard probate fee has recently risen 10% to £300.

https://todayswillsandprobate.co.uk/probate-delays-surge-a-65-rise-in-year-long-cases/

As identified in the article, delays in probate can lead to myriad issues for executors, including:

- Financial Strain
- Tax Liabilities
- Legal Challenges
- Investment Risks

And many more!

If you'd like to speak to one of our expert solicitors about how we can help ensure you don't incur any extra delays and costs, get in touch today at jwpsolicitors.co.uk

Wednesday May 1st, we’re back with our Free Legal Advice Clinic at Pontefract Library. 📚

Our expert solicitors will be there 09:30am - 12:00pm to answer your questions. No booking required.

You’ll find us just inside the main doors, and we have a separate room for confidential conversations as required.

If you'd like to chat to us before then, get in touch at www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk or on 01977 790 029.


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JWP Solicitors JWP Solicitors offer private and public law services from offices in Leeds, Wakefield and Pontefract

Here are a few of the reviews we've received for our services since the beginning of April. Thank you for your positive comments🙏

We provide a wide range of legal services, and we always strive to achieve the best outcome for our clients, right across the board.

If you'd like more info on the services we offer, head over to jwpsolicitors.co.uk

Recent research from The Association of Lifetime Lawyers shows that whilst 86% of UK adults over 30 have digital assets, just 20% have referenced them in their will.

Read more about what digital assets are, and the importance of considering your digital legacy, in our recent blog...

https://www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk/news-and-blog/post/-new-research-highlights-the-risks-of-not-considering-digital-assets-before-you-die/

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people? We have an excellent opportunity for a Mental Health and Community Care solicitor and department head.

The new department head will be responsible for delivering high quality legal service on all mental health law and community care matters, and will take a lead role in driving the development and case acquisition for the new department.

Some examples of the case load may include the following, amongst other matters:

- Assisting clients who have mental health challenges.
- Providing advice and assistance in relation to community care and housing issues, such as possession proceedings, unlawful eviction and disrepair.
- Matters such as detention for treatment, guardianship, and community treatment orders.

We are looking for candidates to join on a full-time basis and be based from any of our West Yorkshire offices, with the opportunity for flexible working on agreement.

The ideal candidate will be supervisor qualified, and possess at least 1 years PQE in mental health and/or community care work. They’ll also have excellent interpersonal skills alongside the highest standard of client care; good organisational skills; and the ability to produce consistently high-quality work.

If that is you, we would like to hear from you.

We offer a very competitive package alongside good career development opportunities and a working environment that values and cares for its team members.

We’re already well established in the West Yorkshire region across a wide range of legal disciplines, including Family, Childcare and Private Client, amongst many others. We’ve also held the Law Society’s LEXCEL accreditation for a number of years, and have an excellent reputation within our communities.

Please send your CV and covering letter by email to [email protected]

This Wednesday April 3rd, we’re back with our Free Legal Advice Clinic at Pontefract Library. 📚

Our expert solicitors will be there 09:30am - 12:00pm to answer your questions. No booking required.

You’ll find us just inside the main doors, and we have a separate room for confidential conversations as required.

If you'd like to chat to us before then, get in touch at www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk or on 01977 790 029.


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JWP Solicitors JWP Solicitors offer private and public law services from offices in Leeds, Wakefield and Pontefract

Please join us in welcoming Lewis Porritt to the team...

Lewis Joined recently as a Trainee Solicitor, with his first seat being in the Private Client team.

Lewis graduated with a Law Degree from the University of Hull in 2020 and went on to achieve a distinction in the Legal Practice Course (LPC) along with a Masters in Law at The University of Law, Leeds.

Following completion of the LPC in 2021, Lewis worked at a Yorkshire firm for over two years as a paralegal and gained experience in multiple areas of law including wills and probate, conveyancing, and civil litigation.

Welcome to the team Lewis!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people? We have an excellent opportunity for a Mental Health and Community Care solicitor and department head.

The new department head will be responsible for delivering high quality legal service on all mental health law and community care matters, and will take a lead role in driving the development and case acquisition for the new department.

Some examples of the case load may include the following, amongst other matters:

- Assisting clients who have mental health challenges.

- Providing advice and assistance in relation to community care and housing issues, such as possession proceedings, unlawful eviction and disrepair.

- Matters such as detention for treatment, guardianship, and community treatment orders.

We are looking for candidates to join on a full-time basis and be based from any of our West Yorkshire offices, with the opportunity for flexible working on agreement.

The ideal candidate will be supervisor qualified, and possess at least 1 years PQE in mental health and/or community care work. They’ll also have excellent interpersonal skills alongside the highest standard of client care; good organisational skills; and the ability to produce consistently high-quality work.

If that is you, we would like to hear from you.

We offer a very competitive package alongside good career development opportunities and a working environment that values and cares for its team members.

We’re already well established in the West Yorkshire region across a wide range of legal disciplines, including Family, Childcare and Private Client, amongst many others. We’ve also held the Law Society’s LEXCEL accreditation for a number of years, and have an excellent reputation within our communities.

Please send your CV and covering letter by email to [email protected]

Those applying for probate are expected to face a wait of up to 16 weeks following submission, owing to unprecedented delays through the probate system.

Our latest blog from specialist wills & probate solicitor Jo Longfellow explains what you can do to avoid further unnecessary delays...

https://www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk/news-and-blog/post/probate-delays-what-to-expect-and-how-to-prepare/

According to research by Lifetime Lawyers nearly a third of UK adults say they haven't made a will because they don't know where to get started.

When making something as important as a will, it's vital you seek advice from a qualified expert, such as one of our experienced solicitors.

If you'd like to get started on your will, get in touch today at jwpsolicitors.co.uk or call 01924 387171.

This Wednesday March 6th, we’re back with our Free Legal Advice Clinic at Pontefract Library. 📚

Our expert solicitors will be there 09:30am - 12:00pm to answer your questions. No booking required.

You’ll find us just inside the main doors, and we have a separate room for confidential conversations as required.

If you'd like to chat to us before then, get in touch at www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk or on 01977 790 029.


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JWP Solicitors JWP Solicitors offer private and public law services from offices in Leeds, Wakefield and Pontefract

Next Week is Update Your Will Week 2024, an annual awareness campaign hosted by Lifetime Lawyers to highlight the importance of having an up to date will to ensure your wishes are carried out when you die.

Help ease distress for your loved ones by updating or creating a will. Get in touch at jwpsolicitors.co.uk or call 01924 387171 to find out how we can help you.

Please join us in welcoming Maia Wood to the JWP team!

Maia joined the Family Team this month as a Paralegal.

She graduated in 2023, and whilst in university joined extracurricular activities such as Street Law which teaches an area of law to the public e.g. schools or prisons.

Prior to working at JWP, Maia also worked as an appropriate adult in police stations, and has dealt with children who are in the care system, often creating contact with welfare services in the area.

We wish Maia all the best for her career here at JWP.

We're always delighted when our clients take the time to leave feedback on our work, and this month you've been especially generous🙏

We provide a wide range of legal services, and we always strive to achieve the best outcome for our clients, right across the board.

If you'd like more info on the services we offer, head over to jwpsolicitors.co.uk

Most people have heard of legal aid, but not everyone is aware of how it works and what the eligibility criteria are.

At JWP, we offer a free legal aid assessment for family law and criminal matters, so you’ll know for certain whether you are eligible for help paying for legal representation.

Read more about Legal Aid on our website, or get in touch on 01924 387171 to chat to one of our team.

https://www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk/news-and-blog/post/what-is-legal-aid-and-could-you-be-eligible-for-it/

The National Free Wills Network is a network of local law firms offering Will writing services to supporters of UK charities.

Last year we raised approximately £287,670 of future income for their Charity Members!

Find out more at https://www.nationalfreewills.net/

This Wednesday February 7th, we’re back with our Free Legal Advice Clinic at Pontefract Library. 📚

Our expert solicitors will be there 09:30am - 12:00pm to answer your questions. No booking required.

You’ll find us just inside the main doors, and we have a separate room for confidential conversations as required.

If you'd like to chat to us before then, get in touch at www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk or on 01977 790 029.


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JWP Solicitors JWP Solicitors offer private and public law services from offices in Leeds, Wakefield and Pontefract

We're delighted to introduce our newest Trainee Solicitor Leigh Clayton-Greaves.

Leigh graduated from Nottingham Trent University in 2019, going on to complete the LPC and Masters in Law at the University of Law in Leeds between 2019-2021.

Leigh completed various legal work experience placements in crime and family during her time at University, and after completion of her LPC/masters worked at two firms in Yorkshire, primarily in the fields of Family and Civil Litigation.

She started her career at JWP in March 2023 in the Childcare department, beginning her training contract in January 2024 with her first seat being in Childcare.

The breakdown of a marriage or civil partnership can be a difficult and upsetting time, and it’s important to make sure you receive professional, impartial advice.

Our specialist family solicitors are here to help, and can provide you with all the information you need to enable you to make informed decisions about the best way forward for you and your family.

They'll also discuss with you any issues concerning children and financial matters, both of which can be of great concern during a difficult time.

Get in touch with us today at www.jwpsolicitors.co.uk or call us on 01924 387 171