Renters’ Rights Bill – what does it mean for Landlords?
On 11th September 2024, the new labour Government published the Renters’ Rights Bill (the Bill), with the aim of making renting fairer for tenants, protecting good landlords and holding bad landlords to higher standards. At this stage, the Bill has only been proposed, it is yet to come into force so the opportunity for amendments…
Civil Partnership Vs Marriage: Which Is Best For You?
Same-sex or opposite-sex couples have the option of both a civil partnership and a marriage in terms of formalising their relationship. In England and Wales, legally, same-sex couples have had the option of civil partnerships since 2005 and marriage since 2014. Of course, marriage has been an option for opposite-sex couples for a long time,…
We Won! Ison Harrison Win Two Awards at the Yorkshire Legal Awards 2024
Press Release – October 2024 Yorkshire law firm Ison Harrison has enjoyed major success at the Yorkshire Legal Awards, one of the legal sector’s most prestigious industry events. The firm was shortlisted for four awards in total, winning in the residential property and personal injury and clinical negligence categories. The 25th Yorkshire Legal Awards ceremony…
Ruth Bundey Named on Women of Leeds Sculpture
We are extremely proud to announce that our inquest solicitor Ruth Bundey, is to be named on the Women of Leeds Sculpture. Nearly 400 inspirational Leeds women, voted for by members of the public, are being celebrated with a new sculpture in the heart of the city’s cultural quarter. Created by artist, Pippa Hale, ‘Ribbons’…
Sexual Harassment Culture Allowed To Thrive In The Royal Navy
A culture of sexual assault, sexual harassment and misogyny is widespread and “permitted to thrive” in the submarine service, according to a whistleblower who has triggered a damning investigation by the Royal Navy. Sophie Brook – a former Lieutenant in the submarine service – made a formal complaint about repeated and ongoing sexual assaults which…
“I Inspire Me”: Celebrating the Journey of Empowerment and Fulfilment for People with Erb’s Palsy
In a world where stories of resilience and self-empowerment often go untold, Ison Harrison have launched the “I Inspire Me” campaign in association with the Erb’s Palsy Group to shine a spotlight on individuals with Erb’s Palsy who inspire themselves and others every day. We are inviting individuals with Erb’s Palsy to nominate themselves and…
Urgent Reform Of Maternity Care Called For After Increase In Clinical Negligence Cases
Pregnancy and childbirth should be a joyful and happy time, but sadly this is not always the case. Poor maternity care is becoming a more common and widespread issue impacting many families in causing avoidable harm or life-changing injuries. In 2023, 13% of all clinical negligence claims related to pregnancy and childbirth and NHS Trust…
Ison Harrison Receive Multiple Nominations For Top Yorkshire Awards
The Ison Harrison team are very proud to announce that we have been shortlisted for four awards at the prestigious ‘Yorkshire Legal Awards’, which are due to be held in October at a glamourous event which is always the highlight of the legal calendar. Our director and head of corporate and commercial, Richard Coulthard, has…
“Stronger” Bill Should Lead To No-Fault Eviction Ban
The revised Renters’ Rights Bill, which has finally been published and entered parliament, has been praised as a “stronger” piece of legislation than the previous version, and which will better protect renters in the private rental sector. This is expected to include a ban on no-fault evictions to be in place by Summer 2025. Having…
Key Stage In Asda’s Long-Running Equal Pay Dispute
UK retail giants could face an £8bn compensation payout if a long-running equal pay dispute involving 60,000 Asda workers rules in favour of female shopfloor staff. The equality row started in 2008 at a Manchester store of the supermarket giants, and has this week reached a key stage which could pave the way for a…
A Simple Guide To Making A Will
The only way to ensure that your estate and assets are divided according to your wishes in the event of your death is to make a will. If you don’t make a will, the people that benefit from your money, property and valuables may not be the people you would want to. If you die…
Yorkshire Law Firm Works with Leeds Charity to Provide Legal Advice
Press release – September 2024 Ison Harrison has experienced significant growth in the number of clients that it acts for and recently opened its 20th office in Selby, reaffirming its expansive presence in the region. To compliment this growth and to be able to assist people in more of the communities where the firm has…
Making a Medical Negligence Claim for a Child
Where a child is harmed as a result of unacceptable medical care, this can have a devastating impact on the child and their family. The consequences can be far-reaching and lifelong. For the child, it may mean enduring further medical intervention, physical disability, or a delay in development, which can affect their education, social interactions,…
9 Things To Do As Soon As You’ve Been Made Redundant
If you are facing a redundancy situation it can come as a huge shock. It presents a scenario where there is uncertainty and anxiety, and while it is easy to become emotional and to feel vulnerable, it is also a time where you need to respond quickly and see this as an opportunity. More than…
Delayed Diagnosis vs. Misdiagnosis of Cancer: Key Differences and When You Can File a Medical Negligence Claim
Macmillan estimates that there are more than 3 million people living with cancer in the UK and that figure is rising all the time. Finding out that you or a loved one has cancer can be a shock. There is no right or wrong way to feel and you may have lots of questions. Those…
The Pros And Cons Of Buying A New House Vs An Old House
Everyone has different tastes and ambitions when it comes to buying a house, and often there is an overriding factor which determines our choice, such as location, availability or budget. There is a fundamental difference between buying a new-build property compared to buying an older property. Some people are attracted to the history and character…
5 Minutes With…Afzal Patel, Family Solicitor
Today we’re chatting to Afzal Patel, a Solicitor within our Private Family team. How long have you worked at Ison Harrison? I joined Ison Harrison in March 2023. Where did you work previously? I have previously worked for law firms in Yorkshire. Describe your day-to-day role Working through cases, preparing applications and drafting documents. Consultations…
Bile Duct Injury After Gallbladder Removal: What Should You Do?
Removal of the gallbladder (also known as cholecystectomy) is considered a relatively safe procedure; however, it is still a procedure which goes wrong from time to time. Occasionally the bile duct or the hepatic duct can be cut during surgery, but not identified or repaired. Where this occurs patients can suffer serious complications. What happens…
10 Most Desirable Places To Buy Property In Yorkshire
The people of Yorkshire might roll their eyes at reference to the Government’s fabled ‘Northern Powerhouse’, but the levelling-up agenda is a real thing and investment in the north offers plentiful areas of huge potential for eager property investors. Average house prices for the region currently sit at £227,000 but there is a substantial swing…
Landmark Agreement Reached With MoD Over Historical Hearing Loss Claims
Veterans and ex-service professionals who have served in the armed forces since 1987 will soon be able to successfully claim for hearing loss suffered during their service, thanks to a landmark High Court agreement reached this week with the Ministry of Defence (MoD). This has opened the door for as many as 10,000 claims for…
Law Firm Opens New Office In Selby Increasing Regional Network Presence To 20
Press release – July 2024 A leading Yorkshire law firm has opened its newest regional office in Selby, taking its total network of offices to 20. Ison Harrison’s new office on Brook Street will be managed by Daniel Kenworthy, who is assistant head of residential conveyancing for the firm and also manages the firm’s successful…
Informed Consent and Medical Negligence Claims
The theme of this year’s birth trauma awareness week is informed consent. You can find more information about informed consent in our blog article: Birth Trauma Awareness Week – What Is Informed Consent? As medical negligence solicitors, we advocate for mothers and children in cases where they were not adequately informed about the risks associated…
Inquiry unearths illegal arrest and demeaning strip searches by members of Greater Manchester Police
A damning report published today has found that serving officers of Greater Manchester Police (GMP) have been “using their powers unwisely, unnecessarily and sometimes unlawfully”. What is the Baird Inquiry? It is an independent Inquiry commissioned in August 2023 by the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham. The purpose of the Inquiry was to investigate…
Ison Harrison Expands with Strategic Acquisition of Cohen Cramer Solicitors
Press Release – July 2024 Leading Yorkshire Law Firm Strengthens Expertise and Employee-Owned Vision Ison Harrison, one of Yorkshire’s most prominent law firms, is thrilled to announce the acquisition of Cohen Cramer Solicitors, a distinguished firm with a robust presence in Leeds and a national clientele. This strategic move underscores Ison Harrison’s commitment to growth,…
Leading Lawyer Gears Up To Represent Great Britain Age Group At Duathlon European Championships
Press Release – June 2024 A Yorkshire lawyer is proving she’s fit for business after qualifying to represent Great Britain in the Duathlon European Championships. Victoria Boid, a Partner in the Corporate team of leading Yorkshire law firm Ison Harrison, will be taking on the gruelling challenge in Portugal. Victoria, who has been training for…
Ison Harrison Launches Dedicated Employee Ownership Service
Press Release – April 2024 We are proud to announce we have launched a dedicated employee ownership advisory service. Employee Ownership Advisor is a new service from Ison Harrison designed to provide business owners with the ultimate resource for navigating the world of Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs). With its own dedicated website, the service aims…
Law Firm’s Booming Litigation Division Registers Further Success
Press Release – April 2024 A Yorkshire law firm’s litigation division is on course for a record year following significant revenue growth, increasing client numbers and the appointment of a new Head of Department. The litigation division of Leeds headquartered law firm Ison Harrison’s turnover for the year to date is currently over 67% higher…
Celebrating International Women’s Day at Ison Harrison
Today we celebrate International Women’s Day. Recently we invited colleagues to share thoughts about colleagues who inspire them. Here we share the comments we received and we interview a few colleagues who received nominations. Louise Nichol You’ve been described as ‘One amazing person’ and someone who’s ‘Brilliant at sorting anything out’. How do you feel…
Ison Harrison Opens New Office In Bradford
Press Release – February 2024 Leading Yorkshire law firm, Ison Harrison has opened a new regional office in Bradford, taking its total network of offices to 19. Based in Queensbury, Ison Harrison’s new office, on Brighouse Road, will be managed by Susan Ram, a solicitor, specialising in residential conveyancing, who completed her training contract with…
Ison Harrison Marks Second Anniversary Of Employee Ownership With Increased Annual Profit Distribution Payment To Staff
Press Release – February 2024 One of Yorkshire’s leading law firms has marked the second anniversary of becoming employee-owned by awarding all qualifying 270 team members a £4,000 profit distribution. The firm also posted its most successful trading period ever for October last year, making 2023 its most successful and profitable year in its 46-year…
Introducing Our ‘You’ll Know When It’s Time’ Campaign
Needing a lawyer isn’t something you’re likely to consider often. You may find that legal services are rarely required as you make your way through life’s ups and downs, and that’s great if so. But sometimes, you may find yourself in a situation where you need extra support. That’s why we’re here to help. At…
New Partner Promotions Announced – January 2024
Press Release – Jan 2024 Leading law firm Ison Harrison has announced nine promotions across its network of Yorkshire offices for the start of the new year. Among the promotions from solicitor to partner are Ami Law, Gemma Vine, Magda Dakowicz, Tim Wilson, Simon Helliwell, Jessica Haigh, James Pascoe, Katrina Stapleton and Georgina Pogge-Von Strandman. This…
‘The Long Shadow’ Drama Highlights Work Done by Ison Harrison’s Ruth Bundey
An ITV drama based on the five-year killing spree of Peter Sutcliffe – dubbed the Yorkshire Ripper – across the north of England, has featured Ison Harrison’s Inquest lawyer Ruth Bundey. The seven-part drama first aired in September 2023 and depicted the culture of fear that existed during Sutcliffe’s reign of terror, which saw him…
Ison Harrison Opens New Office in Doncaster
Press release – October 2023 Leading Yorkshire Law Firm, Ison Harrison, has opened its second office in South Yorkshire, taking its total network of offices to 18. Based in Doncaster, Ison Harrison’s new office, located in Cavendish Court, will be managed by Dayne Bailey-Mayfield, a licensed conveyancer who has been with the firm for a…
We’ve Been Shortlisted For The Yorkshire Legal Awards
We are proud to announce we have been shortlisted for two awards at the upcoming Yorkshire Legal Awards, which is to be hosted in October. After picking up the award for Law Firm of the Year (Medium) in 2022, we have been selected amongst eight other potential winners for the award for a second-year running….
Ison Harrison Sponsors Little Hiccups Marathon Challenge
Little Hiccups, a pioneering support group founded by parents of children with additional needs and disabilities, is gearing up to make a significant stride towards promoting unity and understanding in the community. On 13th August, between 11am and 1pm, at Brigshaw High School in Leeds, the group will be taking on a Marathon Challenge, and…
Ison Harrison Launch The Erb’s Palsy Group Big Summer Fundraiser
We are proud to announce a joint collaboration between Ison Harrison and the Erb’s Palsy Group (EPG) for a summer of fundraising! From 10th July 2023, The Big Summer Fundraiser will open to support the Erb’s Palsy Group with raising much-needed funds to continue the fantastic work they do in supporting children, adults and families…
New Partner Promotions Announced
Press Release – June 2023 Leading law firm Ison Harrison has made six promotions across its network of Yorkshire offices. Nicola Hunter, Natalie Clayton, Faye Chadwick, Ben Palmer, Olivia Williams and Jordan Grimbley have all been promoted to partners at the firm. This latest series of promotions follows Ison Harrison’s successful transition to becoming entirely employee…
The Ison Harrison Summer Events Calendar 2023
Summer is upon us once again and we have quickly built-up a packed-out calendar of events across our network of satellite branches in the Yorkshire area. Here is a rundown of our summer events, where we will be sponsoring and/or attending various shows and activities. We’d love to see you there! Otley Show – May…
An Open Letter From Laura Sugden & Her Legal Team To Britain’s Got Talent Regarding Their Crossbow Stunt
We are appalled by the article written for the Sun on Sunday on 19 March 2023 about the fact that during the filming of a recent episode of Britain’s Got Talent, the Judges tricked the new judge Bruno Tonioli into thinking he had shot Simon Cowell with a Crossbow. We have been supporting Laura Sugden…
Double Appointment Strengthens Company And Commercial Division At Ison Harrison Solicitors
Press Release – 16th February 2023 Yorkshire law firm Ison Harrison has made two new appointments, further boosting its company and commercial law division. Victoria Boid joins as a Partner in the Corporate team and Chris Thomson as Commercial Litigation Solicitor. Both will be based at Duke House, the firm’s city centre headquarters in Leeds….
Four New Partner Promotions Announced at Ison Harrison
Press Release – January 2023 Leading Yorkshire law firm Ison Harrison has made a series of promotions across its network of Yorkshire offices. Among the promotions from solicitor to partner are Claire Loftus, Abbie Churchill and Helen Donaghy. Daniel Kenworthy has been promoted to assistant head of residential conveyancing across the whole firm, Natalie White…
Looking Back On A Milestone Year For Ison Harrison
A lot has happened over the last 12 months for our firm and as we approach the end of a milestone year, we thought we’d share with you a round-up of some of the key developments we’ve made in 2022. Becoming 100% Employee-Owned In January 2022, we proudly announced we were becoming an employee-owned business,…
5 Minutes With…Katie Henstock, Conveyancing Executive in Wakefield
Today we’re chatting to Katie Henstock, a conveyancing executive based at our Wakefield office. Hi Katie, can you tell us how long you’ve worked at Ison Harrison and where you worked previously? I have worked at Ison Harrison for just under a year and I previously worked at Blacks and Beaumont Legal. What are your…
We Won! Ison Harrison Wins Law Firm of the Year 2022
Press Release – 7th October 2022 Leading law firm Ison Harrison has been announced as Law Firm of the Year at the Yorkshire Legal Awards, one of the legal sector’s most prestigious industry events. The win comes for Ison Harrison in the medium-sized category and is the second successive year that the firm has been…
5 Minutes With…Faye Chadwick, Wakefield Branch Manager
Today we’re chatting to Faye Chadwick, solicitor and branch manager at our Wakefield office. Faye specialises in new build conveyancing. Q: How long have you worked for Ison Harrison? I joined the firm in August 2020, mid-pandemic! Q: Where did you work previously? I previously worked at Beaumont Legal where I undertook my Training Contract…
5 Minutes With…Gemma Vine, Specialist Inquest Solicitor
Today we’re speaking with Gemma Vine, specialist Inquest solicitor here at Ison Harrison. Gemma is a nationally recognised specialist in representing bereaved families at Inquests, along with representing and advising people through the police complaint process and bringing a variety of claims against the police. Q: How long have you worked at Ison Harrison? I…
Wakefield Becomes Regional Office Number 17 For Ison Harrison Solicitors
Press Release – 5th September 2022 Leading Yorkshire Law Firm, Ison Harrison, has opened its latest branch in Wakefield, taking its total network of offices to 17. Since becoming a 100% Employee-Owned business at the beginning of the year, the firm has experienced significant growth in the number of people and businesses that it acts…
Our Visit To The Snappy Trust During Learning Disability Week
This week it is Leaning Disability Week, an annual campaign run by Mencap to raise awareness of what life is like living with a learning disability. This year, Mencap want to show how people with a learning disability are reconnecting with friends and their communities, after the end of COVID restrictions. Our Colleagues Ami Law,…
Be Aware of Cyber Fraud on Facebook
We have recently been contacted by a couple of people who have stated that they have been contacted by individuals on Facebook claiming that they work for Ison Harrison Solicitors and are trying to encourage people to take out loans so they can overwrite them, along with direct debit refunds. We would like to advise…