By Nadine Stevenson, Residential Property Partner at Goughs Solicitors October is a month for fresh starts. The children are back at school, routines return and there is often a renewed motivation to get organised, declutter and to prepare for the months ahead. What better time to give your property an October MOT too? Your home...
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Goughs solicitors offer practical tips for talking to children about separation
By Alice Agobiani, Senior Associate, Goughs Solicitors Telling your children that you and your partner are separating is often one of the hardest conversations you will ever have. It is natural to feel overwhelmed and unsure about what to say, particularly when you are managing your own emotions at the same time. There is no...
Disputing a Will: Goughs explains the grounds, process and timescales
By David Patterson, Partner and Head of Contentious Probate, Goughs Solicitors At Goughs Solicitors, David Patterson, Partner and Head of Contentious Probate, advises clients involved in disputes over wills and estates, helping people understand whether they have grounds to contest a will and supporting them through what can be an emotional legal process. “Many people...
Family Clinic with Goughs Solicitors
A supportive first step in negotiating separation offering free, confidential 30-minute consultations giving the opportunity to speak to a qualified solicitor, ask questions, and understand the options without pressure. Alternative dates available. Please contact a member of the team to visit one of the Wiltshire-based offices to arrange a preferable date and time.
Planning for the future: Gough’s advice for business owners and aspiring lawyers
Megan Solomon from Goughs Solicitors believes the best time to plan for the future of a business is often much earlier than people think. As a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor at Goughs Solicitors, Megan works with businesses at every stage of their journey, helping owners navigate growth, change and important commercial decisions. Her advice is...
Why every business owner needs an exit plan from day one
By Jonathan Carter-Lewis, Senior Associate, Corporate & Commercial Solicitor, Goughs Solicitors At Goughs Solicitors, Jonathan Carter-Lewis advises business owners, entrepreneurs and companies on corporate and commercial matters, helping clients navigate day-to-day challenges, long-term planning and significant transactions. Jonathan’s interest in law began during an internship in Hong Kong with a large conglomerate’s corporate and commercial...
Goughs strengthens family and private wealth legal support across the region
Goughs Solicitors has expanded its Private Client team with the appointment of three experienced legal specialists, strengthening support for families, business owners and landowners across Wiltshire, Bath, Somerset and the Cotswolds. The firm has welcomed Tom Gauterin, Niamh Lewis and Ashley Wood as part of its growing private wealth and family advisory offering. The expansion...
Goughs celebrates year of support for Home-Start North Wiltshire
Goughs Solicitors is celebrating a successful year of fundraising and support for a local family charity that helps parents through some of life’s toughest moments. Goughs has raised £6,160 for Home-Start North Wiltshire over the past year, while also helping to raise awareness of the charity’s vital work with families across the county. Home-Start North...
Goughs Solicitors back Wiltshire & Bath Air Ambulance as charity of the year
Wiltshire-based law firm Goughs Solicitors has announced a new Charity of the Year partnership, pledging its support to Wiltshire & Bath Air Ambulance from April 2026. The charity, based in Semington, provides critical lifesaving care across Wiltshire and Bath, operating by both helicopter and critical care cars. From its airbase, the team can reach anywhere...
Spring Changes: Navigating Separation and Easter Child Arrangements
Alice Agobiani and Caoimhe Edwards from Goughs Solicitors share their guidance on approaching separation and planning child arrangements over the Easter holidays. Glimpses of spring are in the air whether it be the daffodils we see emerging in our local parks or the lambs running around the fields. The darkness that comes with winter feels...
Free family law clinic by Goughs Solicitors offers support to Bath families ahead of Christmas
A free family law clinic organised by Goughs Solicitors is set to take place in Bath on 11 December, offering vital guidance to local families at what can be a difficult and emotional time of year. The session will be led by Ross Phillips, one of the firm’s family-law specialists. Ross explained, “We are delighted...
Child arrangements over the Christmas Holidays – expert advice from Goughs Solicitors
By Rhianna Cole, Senior Associate, Goughs Solicitors Christmas is meant to be a time filled with warmth, family and togetherness. For parents who live apart, though, it can bring a mix of excitement and anxiety. Everyone wants the Christmas holidays to feel special, especially for the children. A bit of early planning and some honest...
Goughs Solicitors’ family team recognised among best in South West
Wiltshire-based Goughs Solicitors is celebrating national recognition for its Family Team, following its inclusion in the Chambers and Partners Global 2026 rankings. The firm achieved a Band 3 ranking for Family and Matrimonial Law in the South West – alongside recognition for its Real Estate team – marking over ten years of consistent success in...
Goughs Solicitors hosting a free Divorce and Family Law Clinic in Bath
By Hannah Conway, Family Solicitor Are you going through a relationship breakdown or unsure about your next steps following separation when it comes to financial settlements and child arrangements? Hannah Conway from Goughs Solicitors will be hosting a Free Divorce and Bath Family Law Clinic on 10 July at the Bath Family Law Clinic.’ As society is evolving, more...
Goughs Solicitors fundraise for charity of the year, Scotty’s Little Soldiers
For the charity partner year 2024-25, Wiltshire-based Goughs Solicitors was thrilled to support Scotty’s Little Soldiers. Scotty’s are a charity dedicated to the long-term support of bereaved military children. With Goughs’ very close links to the military, the charity was a great fit and one very close to the hearts of the team. Through a...
Wiltshire solicitor urges parents and carers to review their wills
New research has revealed that over half (52%) of UK adults over 30 don’t have a will, and an additional 13% who do have a will admit that it needs updating. Sarah Loveless, Partner at Goughs Solicitors, is urging local residents to take action to ensure their affairs are in order. The research, conducted by...
Why Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney aren’t just for the elderly?
Olivia Clifford of Goughs Solicitors considers the importance of having Wills and Powers of Attorney in place for anyone over the age of 18 There is a general misconception that the older generation or elderly individuals are the only ones who should have Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney. This is not true. Anyone who is...
Navigating divorce with children, by Goughs Solicitors
By Hannah Conway, Family Solicitor As society is evolving, more and more couples are applying to get divorced. The introduction of the Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2022 has taken the element of blame away as a result of the ‘no fault divorce’ change. The result is that in 2022, 7,394 divorces and 54 dissolutions...
Goughs’ Family & Real Estate teams recognised as amongst the best in the South West
Wiltshire-based Goughs Solicitors, who recently announced impressive accreditation from legal directory, The Legal 500, have today announced a further impressive accolade; recognition from international legal directory, Chambers & Partners. For several years running, Goughs Solicitors have been recognised by Chambers & Partners for the excellence delivered in terms of client care and legal expertise. Both...
Goughs solicitors expands its Private Client team to deal with wills, LPAs and more
Goughs Solicitors has welcome David Patterson, Andrew Langbridge, Elliott Chambers and newly qualified solicitor Casey Gilroy bringing the team to an 18-strong Private Client offering. David has joined as Partner and Head of Contentious Probate, bringing considerable expertise as to Will disputes including challenges to Wills on grounds of lack of testamentary capacity, undue influence...
Wiltshire law firm, Goughs, celebrates a successful year supporting charity FearFree
FearFree brings together services for victims of Domestic Abuse and their families, providing a full range of services with a single, easy to use access point. Due to their accessibility and range of victims they support, FearFree were chosen to be Goughs charity partner from April 2023 – March 2024. Over the course of the...