Ellisons Connects Podcast – Settling Out of Court in Family Cases

 

In this informative episode of Ellisons Connects, Family Lawyers Sally Ward and Samantha Chase are joined by Family Mediator, Vicky Robertson and Barrister, Tina Harrington for a thoughtful discussion on resolving family disputes without going to court.

 

Together, they delve into the practical, emotional, and financial benefits of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), including mediation and collaborative law.

 

Topics covered include:

• Why out-of-court settlements are often in a family's best interest

• The supportive role of mediation during challenging times

• How barristers contribute to constructive, amicable outcomes

• Ways to reduce stress, cost, and conflict through ADR

 

Whether you're currently facing a family dispute or simply want to explore your options, this episode offers expert guidance and real-life insights.

 

Listen now ….

Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or, if you simply want to speak to one of our experts, then please do not hesitate to get in touch via our website - www.ellisonssolicitors.com/contact-us

Ellisons Solicitors is one of the oldest, most established and fastest growing firms in the East of England having been founded over 250 years ago.

As a full-service firm, Ellisons offers a comprehensive range of services to businesses and individuals across the region and beyond.

With a team of over 300 people – and offices located across Essex and Suffolk, alongside an office in London, Ellisons has a proven track record of providing clients with first class service and advice, enabling them to make the right decisions.

Any information shared on this podcast was accurate at the time of recording, however, we advise speaking to your usual Ellisons advisor to make sure there hasn’t been any changes since.

This podcast is the copyright of Ellisons Solicitors and is produced and managed by Podtalk.co.uk

Episode Title:
Brief Legal podcast – Judgment in default with Catherine Duggan and Guy
Longhurst.

Episode Summary:
In this episode of Ellisons Connects, Catherine Duggan, Commercial Litigation
Solicitor, sits down with Guy Longhurst, Managing Partner to discuss judgment in
default.

Topics Covered:

• What steps to take if you receive a judgment in default
• The potential consequences of receiving one
• The process of obtaining and enforcing a judgment in default

About the Hosts:
Catherine Duggan is a Commercial Litigation Solicitor at Ellisons, specialising in defamation, harassment, breach of contract, shareholder and director disputes, professional negligence, director disputes, commercial disputes, and
misrepresentation cases. She works with clients on complex, high-value claims
across a range of sectors.

Guy Longhurst is the Managing Partner of Ellisons and Head of the Real Estate
team. With nearly three decades of legal experience, he specialises in residential,
commercial and mixed-use development sites.

Listen now:
Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.
Learn more about Ellisons Solicitors:
www.ellisonssolicitors.com

Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or, if you simply want to speak to one of our experts, then please do not hesitate to get in touch via our website - www.ellisonssolicitors.com/contact-us

Ellisons Solicitors is one of the oldest, most established and fastest growing firms in the East of England having been founded over 250 years ago.

As a full-service firm, Ellisons offers a comprehensive range of services to businesses and individuals across the region and beyond.

With a team of over 300 people – and offices located across Essex and Suffolk, alongside an office in London, Ellisons has a proven track record of providing clients with first class service and advice, enabling them to make the right decisions.

Any information shared on this podcast was accurate at the time of recording, however, we advise speaking to your usual Ellisons advisor to make sure there hasn’t been any changes since.

This podcast is the copyright of Ellisons Solicitors and is produced and managed by Podtalk.co.uk

In support of Grief Awareness Week, this special episode delves into the complex and emotional topics of grief, bereavement, and suicide postvention. Kay Baker, Partner in the Dispute Resolution team and Head of Contentious Trusts and Probate at Ellisons Solicitors, hosts this episode alongside guest speaker Caroline Roodhouse, author of Daddy Blackbird — the true story of a family surviving and thriving after loss by suicide.

Together, they explore:

• The impact of bereavement and suicide on families
• The importance of support networks and professional guidance
• Resources available to those navigating loss

The Book ‘Daddy Blackbird’ can be bought on Amazon.

Helpful Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Winston's Wish
• Sue Ryder
• Marie Curie
• National Bereavement Service
• Samaritans
• SOBBS (Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide)
• Meal Train
• DaddyBlackbird.com

This episode is brought to you by Ellisons Solicitors and proudly produced by Podtalk.co.uk.

If you or someone you know is struggling with grief, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the  organisations listed above for support.

Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or, if you simply want to speak to one of our experts, then please do not hesitate to get in touch via our website - www.ellisonssolicitors.com/contact-us

Ellisons Solicitors is one of the oldest, most established and fastest growing firms in the East of England having been founded over 250 years ago.

As a full-service firm, Ellisons offers a comprehensive range of services to businesses and individuals across the region and beyond.

With a team of over 300 people – and offices located across Essex and Suffolk, alongside an office in London, Ellisons has a proven track record of providing clients with first class service and advice, enabling them to make the right decisions.

Any information shared on this podcast was accurate at the time of recording, however, we advise speaking to your usual Ellisons advisor to make sure there hasn’t been any changes since.

This podcast is the copyright of Ellisons Solicitors and is produced and managed by Podtalk.co.uk

In this episode, we will be discussing Autism, Family Law and what we as a society can learn about the Autistic Person in 2024 with MaryCarmel Wilson, Senior Associate within the Family team, Partner, Andy Fernandes and our guest speaker, Jo Dunne from the Autism Training Network.

Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or, if you simply want to speak to one of our experts, then please do not hesitate to get in touch via our website - www.ellisonssolicitors.com/contact-us

Ellisons Solicitors is one of the oldest, most established and fastest growing firms in the East of England having been founded over 250 years ago.

As a full-service firm, Ellisons offers a comprehensive range of services to businesses and individuals across the region and beyond.

With a team of over 300 people – and offices located across Essex and Suffolk, alongside an office in London, Ellisons has a proven track record of providing clients with first class service and advice, enabling them to make the right decisions.

Any information shared on this podcast was accurate at the time of recording, however, we advise speaking to your usual Ellisons advisor to make sure there hasn’t been any changes since.

This podcast is the copyright of Ellisons Solicitors and is produced and managed by Podtalk.co.uk

In this episode, we will be discussing purchasing and selling land at auction with our Commercial Property Solicitors, Rosanna Sayers & Harjot Grewal alongside our guest speaker, Paul Bridgeman, Auctioneer & Regional Director of Clive Emson Auctioneers.

Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or, if you simply want to speak to one of our experts, then please do not hesitate to get in touch via our website - www.ellisonssolicitors.com/contact-us

Ellisons Solicitors is one of the oldest, most established and fastest growing firms in the East of England having been founded over 250 years ago.

As a full-service firm, Ellisons offers a comprehensive range of services to businesses and individuals across the region and beyond.

With a team of over 300 people – and offices located across Essex and Suffolk, alongside an office in London, Ellisons has a proven track record of providing clients with first class service and advice, enabling them to make the right decisions.

Any information shared on this podcast was accurate at the time of recording, however, we advise speaking to your usual Ellisons advisor to make sure there hasn’t been any changes since.

This podcast is the copyright of Ellisons Solicitors and is produced and managed by Podtalk.co.uk

In this podcast episode, we will be discussing what makes a Trusted Advisor with our Wills, Trusts and Probate team; Partner and Head of Department, Nicola Weldon and Senior Associate, Rachel Dawson alongside our guest speakers Gavin Wood, Head of Private Clients at Beckett Financial Services and Becky Ames, Partner at Larking Gowen.

Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or, if you simply want to speak to one of our experts, then please do not hesitate to get in touch via our website - www.ellisonssolicitors.com/contact-us

Ellisons Solicitors is one of the oldest, most established and fastest growing firms in the East of England having been founded over 250 years ago.

As a full-service firm, Ellisons offers a comprehensive range of services to businesses and individuals across the region and beyond.

With a team of over 300 people – and offices located across Essex and Suffolk, alongside an office in London, Ellisons has a proven track record of providing clients with first class service and advice, enabling them to make the right decisions.

Any information shared on this podcast was accurate at the time of recording, however, we advise speaking to your usual Ellisons advisor to make sure there hasn’t been any changes since.

This podcast is the copyright of Ellisons Solicitors and is produced and managed by Podtalk.co.uk

In this episode, we will be discussing alienation considerations from the perspective of an outgoing tenant with our Commercial Property team; Solicitors, Rosanna Sayers and Harjot Grewal.

 

Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or, if you simply want to speak to one of our experts, then please do not hesitate to get in touch via our website - www.ellisonssolicitors.com/contact-us

Ellisons Solicitors is one of the oldest, most established and fastest growing firms in the East of England having been founded over 250 years ago.

As a full-service firm, Ellisons offers a comprehensive range of services to businesses and individuals across the region and beyond.

With a team of over 300 people – and offices located across Essex and Suffolk, alongside an office in London, Ellisons has a proven track record of providing clients with first class service and advice, enabling them to make the right decisions.

Any information shared on this podcast was accurate at the time of recording, however, we advise speaking to your usual Ellisons advisor to make sure there hasn’t been any changes since.

This podcast is the copyright of Ellisons Solicitors and is produced and managed by Podtalk.co.uk

In this podcast episode, we will be discussing capacity assessments for clients making Wills and LPAs, and in particular when are they necessary and how do they work with our Wills, Trusts and Probate team; Partner and Head of Department, Nicola Weldon and Solicitor, Nick Bowen alongside our guest speaker Dr Suzanne Stacey, Consultant in Later Life Psychiatry.

Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or, if you simply want to speak to one of our experts, then please do not hesitate to get in touch via our website - www.ellisonssolicitors.com/contact-us

Ellisons Solicitors is one of the oldest, most established and fastest growing firms in the East of England having been founded over 250 years ago.

As a full-service firm, Ellisons offers a comprehensive range of services to businesses and individuals across the region and beyond.

With a team of over 300 people – and offices located across Essex and Suffolk, alongside an office in London, Ellisons has a proven track record of providing clients with first class service and advice, enabling them to make the right decisions.

Any information shared on this podcast was accurate at the time of recording, however, we advise speaking to your usual Ellisons advisor to make sure there hasn’t been any changes since.

This podcast is the copyright of Ellisons Solicitors and is produced and managed by Podtalk.co.uk

In this episode, we will be discussing Repair and Dilapidations with Commercial Property Associate, Stewart Nicholson and our guest speaker, Nigel Berry, Partner and Head of Building Consultancy at Fenn Wright.

 

Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or, if you simply want to speak to one of our experts, then please do not hesitate to get in touch via our website - www.ellisonssolicitors.com/contact-us

Ellisons Solicitors is one of the oldest, most established and fastest growing firms in the East of England having been founded over 250 years ago.

As a full-service firm, Ellisons offers a comprehensive range of services to businesses and individuals across the region and beyond.

With a team of over 300 people – and offices located across Essex and Suffolk, alongside an office in London, Ellisons has a proven track record of providing clients with first class service and advice, enabling them to make the right decisions.

Any information shared on this podcast was accurate at the time of recording, however, we advise speaking to your usual Ellisons advisor to make sure there hasn’t been any changes since.

This podcast is the copyright of Ellisons Solicitors and is produced and managed by Podtalk.co.uk

In this episode we will be talking about the different ways in which you can purchase or sell land for development with our Commercial Property team; Senior Associates, Bethan Williams and Christopher Harvey and Solicitor, Holly Smith.

Thank you for listening to Ellisons Connects. If you'd like to discuss anything further about any of the topics raised in this episode, or, if you simply want to speak to one of our experts, then please do not hesitate to get in touch via our website - www.ellisonssolicitors.com/contact-us

Ellisons Solicitors is one of the oldest, most established and fastest growing firms in the East of England having been founded over 250 years ago.

As a full-service firm, Ellisons offers a comprehensive range of services to businesses and individuals across the region and beyond.

With a team of over 300 people – and offices located across Essex and Suffolk, alongside an office in London, Ellisons has a proven track record of providing clients with first class service and advice, enabling them to make the right decisions.

Any information shared on this podcast was accurate at the time of recording, however, we advise speaking to your usual Ellisons advisor to make sure there hasn’t been any changes since.

This podcast is the copyright of Ellisons Solicitors and is produced and managed by Podtalk.co.uk