In legal disputes, facts and evidence play a crucial role in determining the outcome of a case. However, not all matters can be easily understood by judges, juries, or even legal professionals. This is where…
Getting married abroad: what documents do you need?
As summer approaches, many couples are making plans to tie the knot abroad. Whether it’s a picturesque beach wedding in the Caribbean or a romantic ceremony in a historic European city, getting married abroad can…
The duty to preserve documents in Civil Litigation
In civil litigation, the importance of preserving documents cannot be overstated. Whether you are an individual or a business, understanding your responsibilities in this area is essential to ensure compliance with legal obligations and avoid…
Understanding the ongoing duty of disclosure in Civil Litigation
Transparency is fundamental to ensuring a fair and just process in civil litigation. One of the key principles supporting this is the ‘ongoing duty of disclosure.’ This duty applies to all parties involved in civil…
Supporting the Pathfinder Pilot to improve family court outcomes for domestic abuse survivors
Here at Hutchinson Thomas Solicitors, we are committed to providing the highest standard of care and expertise in family law. With the recent expansion of the “Pathfinder” family court pilot scheme, we are proud that…
Our role supporting the sale of the lcv group
At Hutchinson Thomas Solicitors, we are delighted to have played an integral role in the sale of lcv group and TR Fleet, which will join XLCR and Global Vans to create the Global Vehicle Group….
New laws for 2025 you need to be aware of
As we step into 2025, a range of transformative new laws and policies are set to come into force across the UK, affecting taxation, housing, workers’ rights, and more. These changes aim to address pressing…
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…
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…
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…