News
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The case for assisted dying?
Today, the High Court has considered a challenge against the law brought by Noel Conway, a man living with motor neurone disease with a life expectancy of less than 12 months. Mr Conway wants to be able to end his life… Read More
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CICA failing abuse survivors
On 1 October, the BBC reported that the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) is to be investigated amid concerns it is failing survivors of child sexual abuse. According to the article, hundreds of vulnerable people… Read More
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Legal phone-in: Round up
Director and Head of Personal Injury Andrew Greenwood returned to the radio on Thursday for BBC Radio Leeds’ legal phone-in. He joined presenter Richard Stead, answering a series of legal queries from listeners – if you missed it, a… Read More
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Lasting Powers of Attorney – a warning?
Former senior judge of the Court of Protection Denzil Lush recently commented on Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), warning that they may leave the elderly at risk of financial abuse. However, when put into context, Lush’s fears… Read More
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Director Andrew Greenwood takes to the radio
Director and Head of Personal Injury Andrew Greenwood took to the airwaves on Thursday as he joined Stephanie Hirst on BBC Radio Leeds for the legal phone-in. During the programme he answered listeners’ legal questions and concerns,… Read More
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Proudly supporting Leeds Frontrunners’ Pride Run
On Saturday 5th August, Emsleys once again proudly supported Leeds Frontrunners’ pride run at Woodhouse Moor. Kicking off this year’s Leeds Pride celebrations, the event was attended by over 500 runners and numerous volunteers.… Read More
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Director and Head of Wills & Probate shortlisted for award
Helen Gott, Director and Head of Emsleys’ Wills & Probate department, has been shortlisted for the Private Client Award in The Yorkshire Legal Awards 2017. Helen is an expert in the private client field, with expertise in wills, probate,… Read More
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Emsleys' Charity Fun Day for St Gemma’s Hospice
Have fun and raise money for St Gemma’s Hospice with our Charity Fun Day on Sunday 16 July, 11am-3pm at Colton Cricket Club. Following the success of last year’s Fun Day, the event will feature a bouncy castle, water zorbs and land… Read More
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New Charity of the Year: St Gemma’s Hospice
At the beginning of June, Emsleys partnered with St Gemma’s Hospice as its Charity of the Year for 2017/18. Based in Leeds, St Gemma’s provides care and support for those living with terminal illnesses in the local area. The charity… Read More
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Three new Emsleys Rewards partners
We are delighted to welcome three new business partners on board with our client loyalty scheme Emsleys Rewards: Camp Xplode, Iveridge Health Club and Haley & Clifford. Cardholders can receive a 10% discount on day camps for… Read More
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Charity Committee’s auction success
At the end of last month, Emsleys’ Charity Auction raised a fantastic £1,000 for its Charity of the Year, Macmillan Cancer Support. Guests had the opportunity to bid on a variety of lots, from restaurant vouchers at various local… Read More
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Head of Wills and Probate appointed as director
Our Head of Wills and Probate Helen Gott has been appointed as a director. Helen has more than eight years’ experience in the private client field, advising on wills, probate, administration of trusts and estates, court of protection… Read More