In family court, the standard rule is that both parents cover their own legal fees. However, a recent Hight Court judgment in FAZ v MAZ [2026] EWFC 301 highlights the rare circumstances where a costs order can be made. Read our legal breakdown to understand the critical distinction between unproven allegations and unreasonable litigation conduct.

Many assume holding assets in a family trust offers automatic protection during a divorce. However, a landmark High Court ruling—TP v TF [2026]—demonstrates that trust structures are far from foolproof, with courts willing to treat trust capital as available matrimonial resources.

As the Chancellor prepares to deliver the Autumn Budget on the 28th October 2026, media attention is naturally focused on potential tax reforms and financial policy changes. In this article our private client specialist Sarah Farren shares what has been confirmed so far and recommended steps that you can take to prepare for this autumns Budget.

Farnworth Rose achieves Silver status in the 2026 Digital Conveyancing Maturity Index.

Sarah Farren - team leader of the Tax & Probate team at Farnworth Rose Solicitors- is recognised as Highly Commended in the One to Watch Category Practitioner of the Year category of the British Wills & Probate Awards.

One word changed in employment law on 1st October 2026, and most employers will not have noticed it happen.

Sarah Farren has been named as a finalist at The British Wills and Probate Awards 2026. Find out why on this page.