Christmas 2023 Opening Hours
The Williams Thompson offices will be closing on Friday 22nd December at 12.30 p.m. for the Christmas Holidays and re-opening on Tuesday 2nd January 2024 at 9 a.m.
Williams Thompson News
No-Fault Divorce – first anniversary, 6 April 2023
To mark the first anniversary of the #NoFaultDivorce we’re joining @Family Solutions Group UK and Sir Andrew McFarlane, President of the Family Division, in calling for an end to the use of ‘battle’ language and the term ‘custody’ following a family separation. Taking the ‘fight’ out of family separation is long overdue to protect children. We commend the words of Sir Andrew McFarlane, President of...
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We are recruiting!
We currently have a vacancy for an office based Family Solicitor either full or part time. If you are interested in a career with Williams Thompson please send your CV to sk@williamsthompson.co.uk
We WON Best Professional Services Business at the Christchurch Business Awards
Absolutely delighted to have WON the Best Professional Service Provider at the Christchurch Business Awards! The award ceremony was held on Tuesday, 28th June 2022 at the Captain’s Club Hotel. “Our focus is on the quality and range of local businesses giving them a chance to gain recognition and promote themselves.” – Christchurch Business Awards Lastly, thank you to our category sponsor, Miller Bros and F.P.Butler...
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Divorce Process & Procedure – The New Law
In April 2022 the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020 will come into force, changing the divorce process and requirements for couples wishing to divorce in England and Wales. The Act also amends the process and requirements for judicial separation and dissolution of civil partnerships. Please ask us for information on those processes if you require it. The key change brought about by the new...
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Reduced Rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax
The Chancellor announced in his budget on 3rd March 2021 that reduced rates of Stamp Duty Land Tax will continue to apply on residential property purchases in England until 30th September 2021. What does this mean? Up to 30th June 2021 If you are purchasing a residential property and paying up to £500,000 then it is likely that you will not have to pay any...
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Mediation in Lockdown
The traditional model of mediation where a Mediator meets with both parties in the same room to discuss issues has been challenged by the ongoing lockdown and in the future social distancing may continue to limit a return to the mediation room. However, Mediators are conscious that lockdown may well present new stresses in any family breakdown and having the option to discuss these issues...
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Coronavirus – FAQ
(updated 5th January 2021) Our offices Q. Is your office at Avon House, 4 Bridge Street, Christchurch, Dorset open? A. Following the announcement by the Government of a lockdown starting on 5th January 2021 then we can confirm that our offices will only be available for client meetings, strictly by appointment, where a suitable alternative (i.e. a video call) is not possible. As we are limiting the number of...
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Government publishes advice on home moving during the coronavirus outbreak
The Government has published advice on home moving during the coronavirus outbreak. Click here to view the latest advice
Coronavirus Measures at Williams Thompson Update – 24th March 2020
In order to keep our staff and clients safe we are stopping all face to face meetings with clients and closing our reception at our Bridge Street office from today (24th March 2020) until further notice. Rest assured that we have a robust business continuity plan in place which will enable us to continue to provide a level of service to our clients over the...
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