Author Archives: Sam Hutchinson
Molly Walters completes the London Marathon
On Sunday 26 April 2026, Molly Walters a Solicitor in our Corporate and Commercial Property Department had the incredible opportunity to run the London Marathon in support of Hope House & Ty Gobaith Children’s Hospices. The marathon itself was both …
Darlene Storrar signs Declaration as Under Sheriff for Cheshire
Darlene Storrar has formally signed the Declaration as Under Sheriff for Cheshire for the year 2026–2027, during a ceremony held at Norton Priory Museum and Gardens on 27 March 2026. The signing took place in the presence of the newly …
Brief Guide to Residential Landlords in the private sector
Brief Guide to Residential Landlords in the private sector in England with regards the Commencement date of The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 As a Landlord in the private rented sector (“PRS”) in England you will likely have been aware …
Charity Curry & Quiz Night
On Wednesday 22nd October 2025, Janet Baines a Partner in our Family Department was delighted to host a Charity Curry & Quiz Night held by Cheshire Collaborative Law Group POD in memory of Denise Woodward. Janet and Denise started the Cheshire …
The best structure for your Will and your Lasting Powers of Attorney
The Martin Lewis’ Money Show recently highlighted the need for everyone to have an up-to-date Will and put Lasting Powers of Attorney in place. In his show, he gave food for thought for any adult without a Will or whose …
Autumn Budget: How Proposed Tax Changes Impact Farmers and Estate Planning
I am a farmer; my agricultural estate is worth several million pounds. I am very worried about the proposed changes that were announced in the Autumn Budget. How will these affect me and is there any way of mitigating the …
Fixed Costs – What are they?
Fixed Costs – What are they? As a purchaser of legal services, it may be that you have heard mention of the term “fixed costs” in litigation and have some idea what the terms refers to, or you may not …
Welcome to Stuart Thomas
Storrar Cowdry welcomes Stuart Thomas to the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Team. Stuart joins Kate Naylor and Lisa Francis. He brings with him 15 years legal experience in this field.
Congratulations Laura Northall-Hughes
The team at Storrar Cowdry congratulate Laura Northall-Hughes on her qualification as a Solicitor with the firm on 1st October 2024. Laura read Law with Business at the University of Chester, obtaining a First Class Degree. Laura is specialising in …
Making Changes to my Will – do I use a Codicil?
Nearly a third of adults over 55 years and older have not made a Will at all. However, many have but then do not review that documentation frequently enough. We advise clients to review their Will every 3-5 years and …
