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Emma O'Brien

Trainee Solicitor

Emma O'Brien is a Trainee Solicitor currently seated in our Company and Commercial Department.

Emma previously worked in a case working role at the Solicitors Regulation Authority for over 7 years so has a wealth of regulatory knowledge. Emma completed her degree at Birmingham City University and went on to complete a Masters in Law at the University of Birmingham. She is currently completing her Legal Practice Course at De Montfort University in Leicester on a part-time basis.

In her spare time, Emma enjoys visiting new countries with her husband, outdoor swimming and meditation classes.

New Guidance on the Treatment of Pensions in Divorce

On 01 July 2019 the Pension Advisory Group published its report providing guidance on the treatment of pensions in divorce. The Pension Advisory Group ( PAG) is a multi-disciplinary group of professionals specialising in financial remedies and pensions on divorce jointly chaired by Mr Justice Francis and His Honour Judge Edward Hess and supported by the President of the Family Division and the Family Justice Council.

The ability of the court to make a pension sharing order in divorce has existed since 2000, despite this there has been a lack of clear guidance to assist in how to treat what can often be one the largest assets in a marriage. Dealing correctly with pensions on divorce is one of the most complex aspects in family cases.

The PAG report aims to provide this guidance.

Freefall: Landlords and the Defective Premises Act 1972

Ms Rogerson (“Ms R”) lived in a Council property owned by Bolsover District Council. Ms R was the tenant and Bolsover Council the landlord. In September 2013, Ms R was mowing her front garden when she stepped backwards onto a manhole cover. The...

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Emma O'Brien

Emma O'Brien is a Trainee Solicitor currently seated in our Company and Commercial Department.

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New Guidance on the Treatment of Pensions in Divorce

Freefall: Landlords and the Defective Premises Act 1972