York Ware & Kay Solicitors: a strong legal team supporting rural communities
Ware & Kay Solicitors is proud to serve the many rural communities across our region, where access to specialist legal advice can make a real difference to families, farmers and local businesses. Our clients often tell us how important it is to work with solicitors who genuinely understand rural life, its challenges and its long-term […]
Ware & Kay Solicitors announces promotions in Wills & Probate
Ware & Kay Solicitors is delighted to announce the promotion of two valued members of its Wills & Probate team, strengthening the department across its York and Malton offices with immediate effect. Deborah Gilpin has been appointed Head of Wills & Probate – York. With more than 25 years’ experience having been admitted to the […]
Divorce Day may be a myth but Family Mediation can help when reality strikes
As the festive period comes to an end the New Year brings the term “divorce day” or even “divorce month” back into the media. The reality is that for many couples separation is not a detached event made on one day, it often follows a period of attempts to resolve issues with considerable emotional effort […]
Keeping peace this Christmas: avoiding inheritance disputes in blended farming families
Christmas is traditionally a time for families to come together, but for blended farming families the festive season can also serve as a reminder of the importance of careful planning for the future. With farming businesses being both complex and valuable, it is vital to ensure that your children – whether biological or stepchildren – […]
Ware & Kay celebrates Katie Armitage’s success in passing the SQE2 qualification
Ware & Kay Solicitors are delighted to share the wonderful news that Katie Armitage, a valued member of our Family Law Team, has successfully passed the SQE2 qualification. This outstanding achievement is a testament to Katie’s hard work, dedication, and professional excellence. The SQE2 (Solicitors Qualifying Examination 2) is a rigorous, skills-based assessment that tests […]
Wetherby Networking Event – 5 February 2026 12.00noon – 2.00pm (FREE)
Join us as we kick off the New Year with our new Wetherby Networking Event, bringing together local businesses, professionals, and community members in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Whether you are a small business owner, sole trader, charity leader, creative, or just looking to connect with others in the area, this event is for […]
Tackling probate disputes in farming families
Probate disputes over family farms are particularly complex and emotionally charged, stemming from the unique nature of agricultural businesses. A farm is often a family’s legacy, a home, and a business rolled into one, involving multiple generations, high-value assets, and often unclear succession plans. Our Contentious Probate team at Ware & Kay Solicitors in Malton, […]
Stemming the rising tide of inheritance disputes
A perfect storm of social, demographic, and economic factors has led to a significant increase in contentious probate claims in recent years. These challenges to wills or the administration of estates, are no longer confined to high-net-worth individuals but are becoming a common feature of modern family life. The surge is evidenced by a 56% […]
2025 Employment law case roundup
While the focus has been on the big changes that the Employment Rights Bill will bring from next year, the courts and tribunals have been continuing to issue judgments on our current laws. These can be helpful to employers as the judgments show us how the law is applied in practice. Judgments are useful reminders […]
Budget 2025, your residential property questions answered
The November 2025 Budget was the subject of much speculation in the press with rumours of major changes to stamp duty and the introduction of a new tax on the sale of a property. While these failed to materialise, there are other changes that could affect you. There was a lot of concern about how […]
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