Divorce is a significant life event that can feel overwhelming. At Hutchinson Thomas Solicitors, we understand that navigating the process can be daunting, especially with misconceptions about the law still lingering. Since the introduction of…
Securing contact with grandchildren after divorce – your legal rights
Divorce doesn’t only affect the immediate family – it often disrupts extended family relationships as well, leaving grandparents at risk of losing contact with their grandchildren. However, the law recognises the vital role grandparents can…
Hard vs. Soft loans: navigating family lending and divorce settlements
Money often moves between family members for various reasons – whether to help fund a business venture, contribute to a house deposit, or provide financial support during a challenging time. Often given by parents, and…
We’re hiring: Paralegal in Probate
£20,820.80 – £21,876.40 a year – Full-time Work Location: 119 London Road, Neath About Us Hutchinson Thomas Solicitors is a well-established, distinguished firm operating in Swansea and Neath since 2011. Our aim is to provide clients in the…
The importance of Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
Planning for the future isn’t always easy, especially when it involves imagining a time when we might need assistance in managing our affairs. However, setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) can be essential…
Proud to be recognised once again in the Legal 500 rankings
We are proud to announce that Hutchinson Thomas has once again been recognised in the prestigious Legal 500 rankings, the largest and most comprehensive survey of the UK legal market. This recognition highlights the firm’s…
Termination and management of tenancies under the Renting Homes (Wales) Act
The Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016, which came into force in December 2022, has transformed the way properties are rented in Wales. Designed to simplify the rental system, this legislation affects landlords and contract-holders (previously…
Recovering dissolved companies’ money from the Treasury: What business owners need to know
When a company is dissolved, its assets don’t simply disappear – they are transferred to the Crown, under a legal concept known as “bona vacantia” (ownerless goods). This means that any remaining funds in the…
We’re hiring: Trainee Solicitor – Neath
£23,122 a year – Full-time Work Location: 119 London Road, Neath About Us Hutchinson Thomas Solicitors is a well-established, distinguished firm operating in Swansea and Neath since 2011. Our aim is to provide clients in the South…
We’re hiring: Legal Assistant in Property – Swansea
£20,820.84 a year – Full-time Work Location: Kings Road, Swansea About us Hutchinson Thomas Solicitors is a well-established, distinguished firm operating in Swansea and Neath since 2011. Our aim is to provide clients in the South Wales…