Talking about end-of-life care is often difficult to do, but more people than ever are starting to plan ahead and make their wishes known. An Advance Decision can help take the guesswork out of difficult situations. If you’ve ever thought, “I wouldn’t want that to happen to me”, then this is something worth knowing about.…
When can a Will be contested? A properly made Will should clearly set out someone’s wishes and make the administration of their estate as smooth as possible. But things don’t always go to plan. You may be able to challenge a Will if there are serious concerns about how it was made. Common reasons include:…
Can my ex take the children on holiday without telling me? Co-parenting can be tricky at the best of times, especially when school holidays arrive and plans start clashing. While you might assume that a parent can simply book a trip and head off with the children, the reality is not quite so simple. Who…
Today, we honour an extraordinary milestone at Meadows & Co — Julie Dimes is celebrating 45 years of dedicated service! From day one, Julie has been a cornerstone of our team — bringing wisdom, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Over the decades, Julie has not only witnessed our company’s evolution but has played a vital role in shaping it.…
Meadows & Co proudly supports Pride Month 🌈 At Meadows & Co, we believe that diversity is not just something to be acknowledged — it’s something to be celebrated. This June, we are proud to stand with the LGBTQ+ community in honour of Pride Month, a time to reflect on progress, amplify voices, and reaffirm…
We are incredibly proud of our amazing staff members, Piers Meadows, Sarah Lewis, James Baker and Eimear Dillon who participated in a charity run to support two wonderful organisations: White Lodge and Epsom RDA Their commitment and enthusiasm is truly inspiring, and their efforts have made a significant impact. Together, we raised funds to help…
At Meadows & Co, we are fortunate to work with an exceptional team, and we are immensely grateful for the hard work and dedication shown by every individual over the course of 2024. As we begin 2025, I am thrilled to share some exciting news regarding internal promotions, which will take effect from January 1st,…
From the 26th of October 2024, the Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 will come into force, placing a duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment of their employees in the workplace. The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act 2023 s1 (1) states that “An employer (A) must take reasonable…
Meadows & Co would like to announce the addition of two new professionals who have recently joined the firm. Suhashani Selvakumar joins us as a conveyancer in our property department with experience of dealing with both leasehold and freehold transactions. Su prides herself on giving an efficient and friendly service. We would also like to welcome…
Deciding to take the apprenticeship route into the legal profession, instead of the traditional university route, was a seemingly easy decision for me. An apprenticeship is both academic and practical, giving me the opportunity to learn both the legal theory and practice, whilst on the job. How does it work? An apprenticeship in law…
