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Stay up to date with everything going on in Major Family Law and in the family law sector. Our team provide some of the latest insights on everything based around divorce, children and family law matters.

Coronavirus

Our consultant lawyer, Rona Samuel, provides some helpful advice on the impact the COVID-19 lockdown may have on child maintenance: Where are we now with Spousal…

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The effect of lockdown on child arrangements

In what has been a very difficult week for many families, one of the key issues for separated parents has been what effect the government-mandated…

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‘Couples should move in together during virus lockdown’ says government

Couples who have not moved in together should consider doing so during the coronavirus lockdown, the government has suggested. Speaking at yesterday’s coronavirus news conference,…

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Attending court: at a distance!

The continuing COVID-19 crisis means that all that court hearings will be taking place remotely for the time being.  Participating in a hearing by telephone…

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Still open for business!

Consultant solicitor Jonathan Dunkley shares his thoughts on day three of lockdown life as a remote worker…our doors may be closed but we’re still open…

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The view from my new home office

I am now, just like almost all my colleagues here at Major Family Law, working from home, alongside my husband and two teenage children. It…

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How the coronavirus restrictions affect contact

Earlier this week, the government announced a number of new measures in response to the continuing COVID-19 crisis.  This has left many families who co-parent…

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Our offices are closed but we’re still open for business

Following the government’s announcement on the evening of Monday 23 March, we have taken the difficult decision to temporarily close our offices in Ponteland with…

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Business continues despite the coronavirus

It used to be said that “may you live in interesting times” was an old Chinese curse disguised as a blessing. In fact, the saying…

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Major Family Law Coronavirus Update 20th March 2020

Following recent changes to the latest government and NHS advice, our team at Major Family Law wanted to provide you with an update on our…

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First impressions matter

First impressions matter. It may be a truism: but it’s also true! Here at Major Family Law we’ve worked hard to make sure our offices…

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Government: new funding for deprived families

The government has announced £165 million in new funding for the Troubled Families Programme. Launched in 2011 by former Prime Minister David Cameron, the Programme…

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“Hugely impressed by Joanne Major’s drive, vision, and meticulous attention to detail”

I’ve always been hugely impressed by Joanne Major’s drive, vision, and meticulous attention to detail. I’m not surprised, therefore, that Joanne and her dedicated team of lawyers and support staff have rapidly gained recognition as one of the most forward-looking, innovative, client-focussed family practices in the country.

JR

Former Family Law Barrister

“A wealth of collaborative experience”

Joanne Major has a wealth of collaborative experience. Her delivery is strong and confident with a no nonsense approach that I came to trust. This is invaluable when clarity and action is required. Major Family Law were highly recommended to me and I would have no hesitation to pass that recommendation on.

Christine Nugent

Managing Director, Business Travel

“Family lawyer of high calibre and drive”

Having worked with Joanne Major at a large commercial firm some years ago, I am aware she is a family lawyer of high calibre and drive. During a short period of time she has put together an excellent team of intelligent, approachable lawyers who deliver first rate family law services to clients. We as a firm are happy to recommend them.

Paul McGowan

Principal Solicitor, Collingwood Legal

“Both knowledgeable and approachable family lawyers”

We are happy to endorse the services provided by Joanne Major and the team at Major Family Law, Ponteland. We have a number of mutual clients who speak very highly of them. They are both knowledgeable and approachable family lawyers who are clearly client focussed.

Andrew Morgan

Partner, Nicholson & Morgan

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