How to get a divorce in England: the basic steps

Sometimes things just don’t work out and divorce really might be the best thing for your family and personal health. Getting a divorce in England isn’t as complicated as you think, but it’s a process that needs to be carefully completed, step-by-step, and we recommend you do this with the assistance of a solicitor that…
Find out a bit more about Helen

This month get to know a bit more about Helen Appleby. Helen is a solicitor and joined the DMA Law firm working from our Consett office in June 2017.
Conveyancing: the process of purchasing explained

When you’re purchasing a residential property, it can be a very varied process. Circumstances can arise which make the process very different to a ‘typical’ purchase. However, we think it would be helpful to provide you with an outline of a typical process of purchasing as a guide. Remember, if your property purchase strays from…
Who can and cannot inherit if there is no will – the rules of intestacy

We understand the difficulties you face following the loss of a loved one, and we know that dealing with a legal process isn’t what you would like to deal with at a time like this. Here at DMA Law, we want to help you and give you the professional advice, with all of the empathy…
Find out a bit more about Debra

Our fun questionnaire continues and this month we want to find out a bit more about Debra Taylor! Debra has spent all her working life in Sunderland and began working
Can I claim for an accident at work?

Unfortunately, accidents at work do happen and injuries in a work environment can range from a scratch to broken bones, burns and sometimes, sadly, fatalities. It’s not only the physical distress, but a work accident can also cause medical expenses and reduce your income. Work accidents can have long-lasting consequences on your quality of life…
New Services at DMA Law

DMA is a law firm that has been around in the North East for four decades, with offices throughout the region. DMA Law is very much a high-street private client firm where we offer a full range of legal services for individuals. Each of our offices sits at the heart of the community, serving the…
Separation agreements: the basics

If you are intending to get a divorce or to dissolve a civil partnership, but for whatever reason don’t want to go ahead with the divorce immediately, then you can get a separation agreement drawn up. A separation agreement can help you deal with bills, mortgage, your children and other aspects of life that that…
Find out a bit more about Mandy

At the heart of our business are the people who make it function, a fantastic mix of individuals. We created this questionnaire to find out a bit more about their
Inheritance Tax: the basics

Inheritance tax is a tax on the estate of someone who’s died, including property, possessions and money. Depending on the value of your total estate, inheritance tax may be payable on any assets you leave to your family or friends when you die. It’s important to understand the basics, which we have outlined below. Don’t…