Throughout my working life in the Private Client Sector, I have noticed so many instances where people have been advised one way or another to include a trust in their will and/or set up a trust fund either to mitigate Inheritance Tax or potential future fees. Whilst this can sometimes be beneficial, it depends on the individuals and their assets and more often than not putting your estate into trust can make things worse.

Thousands of leasehold flat sales and purchases are being delayed due to requirements introduced by the Building Safety Act 2022. If your buyer’s lender won’t proceed, or your solicitor is asking for documents you’ve never heard of, this guide explains why and what can be done.

Since April 2022, divorce law in England and Wales has undergone one of its biggest changes in decades, allowing couples to divorce without assigning blame or providing a specific reason for separation. The terminology used for divorce has also changed.

Holden Smith, the Yorkshire and Manchester based law firm, has announced new senior hires across the business and a turnover of £8.5million for its financial year ended February 2026.

On Tuesday 27 January 2026, the British Government announced their planned changes to the leasehold system in England and Wales.

If your law firm has been intervened by the SRA, learn what it means for your case and how Holden Smith Law can step in to help you continue your case.

Some things in life are uncertain, but death will affect all of us at some point. Whether it be a friend, family member or our own. We need to think about what happens to our assets when we pass. When someone passes away without a valid will, their estate will be distributed according to the rules of intestacy.

In October 2025, the government said it would remove the presumption of parental involvement from the Children Act 1989.

Over 36 million pets currently exist across the United Kingdom. As a nation of pet owners, we treat our furry friends as part of our families.

However, when divorce or separation occurs, it often raises the painful question - “Who gets the pet?”

Holden Smith, the Yorkshire and Manchester based law firm, has supported bridalwear retailer, Dotty Bridal, with lease negotiations for its new 16,600 square foot flagship store at Tileyard North in Wakefield.

Yorkshire and Manchester based law firm, Holden Smith, has announced it has become an employee ownership trust (EOT).

The announcement comes as the firm reveals turnover for its financial year ended October 2024 grew to £8.5million.

Holden Smith has announced the promotion of Leanne Pollard to director of family law.

Yorkshire based law firm Holden Smith has opened an office in Manchester as it expands operations to target further growth across the north west.

Holden Smith, the Yorkshire based law firm, has announced the promotion of Ryanne Smith to director of residential property.

A Coffee With… Lucy Warburton, Conveyancing Executive at Holden Smith