News & Insight

13th January 2026

We Value Your Feedback: how you can help us improve legal services

At Thomas Flavell & Sons, we believe in continuously evolving to meet our clients' needs. To achieve this, understanding your experience with us is vital. We want to know how we can better serve you & deliver services that exceed your expectations.

Read article by Lucy Worrall

Understanding the Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act 2024 - What It Means for Homebuyers and Sellers

At Thomas Flavell & Sons, we know that moving home is a hugely important event in our clients’ lives. Whether you’re taking your first step on the property ladder or releasing equity from your existing home, legal clarity is key.

Read article by Lydia Sorrenson

13th January 2026

From Ink Quills to Digital Wills - The Pros and Cons of Dragging Will Drafting into the 21st Century

Wills are changing. The Law Commission’s 2025 report, Modernising Wills Law, proposes a seismic shift in testamentary practice: the formal recognition of electronic (digital) wills. This reform aims to reduce barriers to will-making.

Read article by Noel McNicholas

6th January 2026

New Year, New Home: Why January is the Perfect Time to Make a Move

January is all about fresh starts. As the decorations come down and routines return, many people start thinking about what they want the year ahead to look like, and for some, that includes a change of home.

Read article by Sarah Workman

5th January 2026

The Future of Unfair Dismissal Claims Under the Employment Rights Act

The saga of the Employment Rights Bill has finally, and not without ample debate, concluded with the Employment Rights Act being passed on 16 December 2025. An early Christmas present some may say, while others are preparing for an overhaul.

Read article by Ruby Rai

23rd December 2025

Sharing Christmas Smoothly: Finding a Balance That Works for Your Family

With Christmas on the horizon, it’s completely understandable that questions about where the children will spend their time may arise. Conversations with your ex-partner may not be easy, but taking a calm, early and child-focused approach is helpful.

Read article by Louise Dawson

28th November 2025

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