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Francis Hanna & Co welcomes first Law Degree Apprentices

We are delighted to welcome Naomi Gordon and Peter McErlean to our team as Law Degree Apprentices under the new Ulster University scheme.  
29/09/2025general news

Northern Ireland Family Law Specialist Claire Edgar Presents at European Conference on Domestic Viol

At the European Conference on Domestic Violence 2025 in Barcelona last week, Claire Edgar, Partner and specialist in domestic violence and family law at Francis Hanna & Co. Solicitors, delivered a presentation on the impact of Northern Ireland’s 2021 domestic abuse legislation as it plays out in the Family Courts in Northern Ireland.
12/09/2025family

Karen Connolly takes part in Legislative Theatre aimed at tackling domestic abuse and homelessness

In March 2025,  our Family Law Partner Karen Connolly participated in an innovative Legislative Theatre initiative focused on preventing homelessness for women experiencing domestic abuse in Northern Ireland.
22/05/2025family

Claire Edgar involved in multi agency discussions around ending violence against women and girls.

Our Family Law Partner Claire Edgar recently participated in a round table discussion facilitated by the Law Society of NI to examine the role of the solicitor in ending violence against women and girls. 
22/05/2025family

Law Commission recommends changes to laws surround making a Will

The Law Commission, the independent body which keeps the law in England and Wales under review, have recently published recommendations for modernising the law in relation to will-making. 
22/05/2025future planning

Legal Aid Waiver available for victims of Domestic Abuse in Childrens Proceedings

In February 2022, the Legal Services Agency introduced a discretionary waiver which will now mean that victims of domestic abuse may be eligible to Legal Aid when defending certain Children (NI) Order proceedings even if their financial circumstances might otherwise mean that they are ineligible.
10/04/2025family

The Costly Mistake of an Unwitnessed Will - Why Proper Execution Matters

The recent case of Rosemary Hill has drawn attention to the importance of using a solicitor who specialises in estate planning to draft and execute your Will.
27/02/2025wills & estates

Understanding Care Orders - Your Rights as a Parent in Northern Ireland

When Social Services become involved in a family's life, it can be an extremely distressing and confusing time for parents. In Northern Ireland, Care Orders are legal mechanisms that allow Social Services to intervene when a child is at risk of significant harm. It is crucial for parents to understand their rights and the legal process involved in Care Orders to effectively respond and protect their child’s future.
24/02/2025family