Articles & Blogs

What is a Cohabitation Agreement and Why Does It Matter?

29^th Jul 2026

We delve into what a cohabitation agreement is, and why it matters for unmarried couples.

What is a TOLATA Claim? Why Unmarried Couples Should Consider One

14^th Jul 2026

In this blog, we'll cover what TOLATA means, when TOLATA claims may arise and more information. Learn more...

Wills Aren't Just for Later Life: Why Every Age Should Plan Ahead

10^th Jun 2026

Wills are not just for later life; they matter at any age once you have assets, dependants, or wishes you want to protect. Read more...

Why Make a Will with a Local Solicitor?

2^nd Jun 2026

What is a Will? Why is it important? And why should you make a Will with a solicitor?

Lasting Power of Attorney: Why Families Should Plan Ahead

28^th May 2026

We discuss the importance of a Lasting Power of Attorney, why families should plan ahead and how we can help.

Marriage vs Cohabitation: What Are Your Legal and Financial Rights?

12^th May 2026

What are your legal and financial rights when it comes to marriage and cohabitation? Does common law marriage exist? We answer these questions and more in this blog. 

A Fairer Way for the Allocation of Tips

17^th Oct 2024

Recent changes to the payment of tips in the United Kingdom, particularly in England, have been introduced to ensure that workers receive the tips they earn. Read the main points...

Gales Celebrates 75 Years

13^th Oct 2023

We are proud to be celebrating our 75th anniversary at Gales Solicitors!! 

Civil and Workplace mediation

26^th Jun 2023

Sarah England and Sasha Chubb at Gales offer Civil and Workplace mediation.

Gales Solicitors celebrate the Queens Platinum Jubilee

22^nd Jun 2022

Belated celebration for the Queens Platinum Jubilee

Gales Solicitors backs Law Society research and urges people to remember to include digital passwords in their wills

14^th Jun 2021

Partner Matthew Moore at Gales Solicitors is backing Law Society research findings and is urging that people should include digital passwords in their will to ensure executors can access vital online information.

Matthew Moore advises on how Lasting Power of Attorney can provide peace of mind for families

3^rd Jun 2021

Gales Solicitors Partner Matthew Moore is urging families to consider a lasting Power of Attorney to provide peace of mind.