EMG Solicitors | B Corp™

This year we’ve covered a range of important legal topics with our EMG experts and their guests on our podcast series, Tea with EMG. From the difficulties of probate to the pitfalls of property adaptations, you can listen to the episodes here: https://bit.ly/3Z92L5L #TeaWithEMG #LegalPodcast #ImagineALawFirm

In May, we were delighted to achieve the prestigious B Corp status! An accreditation that reflects the firm’s ongoing commitment to our people, clients and local communities, and our positive impact on the environment and society. Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3R4p2hX #BCorp #BCorpCertification #ImagineALawFirm B Lab UK

💡 BRILLIANT by name, BRILLIANT by nature! Last night our fabulous Lumiere Fundraising Board Chair, Emma Gaudern from EMG Solicitors | B Corp™, alongside the equally smashing Jennifer Rycroft from the North East Chamber of Commerce, celebrated EMG's nomination for Best Arts & Business Partnership at the North East Culture Awards! 🎉 The nomination recognised EMG's support of BRILLIANT, our artist commissioning scheme that’s all about championing local talent as part of #Lumiere. Did we win? Nah. But, shy bairns get nowt, and we’re over the moon to have been in such cracking company. 🏆 Congratulations to all the worthy winners! Massive thanks to EMG Solicitors for their belief in the power of creativity and their unwavering support for BRILLIANT. Here's to lighting up the North East with even more dazzling partnerships in the future! If you'd like to work with Lumiere on a potentially award winning partnership, get in touch! ✨

Understanding how to balance autonomy and safeguarding is critical in complex legal cases. Senior Associate Solicitor, Sarah-Lyn Strong recently worked on a case showcasing how anticipatory declarations under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 can provide clarity for caregivers while respecting individuals' rights. “This case was quite unusual as, from a pragmatic standpoint, it seemed quite clear that steps should be taken to protect P when she was dissociated and at risk. It was a privilege to support P in making her voice heard.“ Sarah-Lyn Strong Read the article here: https://bit.ly/3ZoVIHq

The festive season often brings joy, but for separated parents in the UK, it can also be a source of stress and tension, especially when it comes to arranging time with children. Angela O'Neill Family Mediator in our Family Law team explains how Family mediation can offer a practical, amicable way to resolve such disputes and ensure a peaceful holiday for all. https://lnkd.in/dxMR4nFf

Calling all young professionals... 📢 You're invited to our Young Professionals’ Festive Paint Party on Wednesday 11th December, 5:30pm-8pm, in our EMG Durham office.🎄🎨 Get in the festive spirit and join us for food, drinks and pottery painting, with a prize for the most creative bauble or nutcracker!🥇 Book your place here: https://bit.ly/3CHzQOI We can't wait to see you there! #YoungProfessionals #Trainees #Fundraising #FeedingFamilies

Our final online lunchtime masterclass on Care Eligibility and Funding is on the 3rd of December. Join Sarah-Lyn Strong, Charlotte Greenwell & Lucy Thompson where they'll be speaking about preparing for a Funding Challenge - when to seek advice, timescales for a challenge and what makes good evidence. We still have places available and you can book here: https://lnkd.in/ejjSmHYV A reminder that recordings of our previous sessions are available to those who book on to all 3 sessions at the link.

EMG Solicitors welcome new COP and Private Client Director, Deborah Jude, to the team. "It’s a real privilege to be part of the EMG team. They have a fantastic reputation in the market, not least for their COP work, so I was delighted to have the opportunity to join them. I was also equally attracted by the firm’s culture, values and commitment to both their clients and people. The work they do in the local community alongside their charitable work is very impressive." Deborah Jude Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/ehRAxuvK 📸 Elliot Nichol

Now in its 9th year, EMG Solicitors’ WonderLAN Ball has raised over £140,000 for Headway - the brain injury association and the brain injury survivors it supports since the event was launched in 2015. "We’re incredibly proud to continue our support for Headway and its outstanding work to improve life after brain injury. Every year our WonderLAN Ball raises tens of thousands of pounds to help deliver the charity’s annual Look Ahead North weekend; giving brain injury survivors in the North East the opportunity to try new activities and experiences, and to come together to share their recovery journey and support one another." - CEO Emma Gaudern Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3Zp9FVV 📸 Elliot Nichol

Prost! Here’s to #WonderLAN24! 🍻🎉 Here’s a look at the night! Thank you once again to everyone who joined us for a night of bratwurst, beer, schuhplattler dancing and steins. Auf Wiedersehen until next year! #WonderLAN25