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Sills & Betteridge Sheffield Teams shortlisted for four categories in Law Society Awards

Through our recent mergers with Sheffield's Bell & Buxton and Acclaimed Family Law we are delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted in four categories in the prestigious Sheffield Law Society Awards.

Arrangements for Children Post Separation

Abbie Freeman
5 Dec 2025
Law Blog
Divorce & Separation News and Legal Updates
Family Emergency

The Children Act 1989 sets out the three main Orders a parent may apply for following a relationship breakdown. These are a Child Arrangements Order, Specific Issue Order and Prohibited Steps Order.

Supporting Survivors of Domestic Abuse

As Domestic Abuse Awareness Month draws to a close, we spoke with Isabel Jacques about her role as a Trainee Solicitor in our Family Emergency Team and her thoughts on the misconceptions which still exist around domestic abuse.

Domestic Abuse | Things to Consider Ahead of Leaving Your Partner

If you are considering leaving an abusive relationship, it is important to plan ahead. Here we outline what you need to consider from keeping evidence of the abuse, making a safety plan and what you need to pack when you leave.

Domestic Abuse | What Funding is Available?

When are victims / survivors of Domestic Abuse entitled to Legal Aid?

Domestic Abuse | What legal help is available?

If you decide that you want to leave your relationship and are suffering domestic abuse there are a number of legal options open to you under both criminal law and civil law.