Napthens Solicitors' head of residential conveyancing Sarah Barnes welcomes guest Keira Evans from Hackney & Leigh to unpack the realities of buying and selling properties in today's market and what changes are on the horizon.

We take a deep time into the UK government's major homebuying overhaul, launched in October 2025, and what it really means for buyers and sellers.

From faster transactions and lower costs to upfront information changing the game, we share what’s coming and how to stay ahead.

You’ll also hear expert tips on how sellers can prepare before a sale is agreed, why instructing your solicitor early can save weeks, and how a strong working relationship between estate agents and lawyers can make or break a deal.

If you’re thinking of moving — or just want insider insight into the future of home buying and selling — this is a must-listen.

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John Whittingslow, a partner and litigation expert at Napthens Solicitors, talks to Tony Trainor, CEO at Mellors Catering Services about how debt needs to be carefully managed within a business.

They discuss how to review supplier relationships, managing debt appropriately and what to do if clients don't pay within the agreed time.

Tony and John also look at how debt is a positive things for businesses, when managed correctly.

Chartered Legal Executive in Family Law Natalie Maher discusses pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements with Head of Family Law and Partner Helen Lucking.

We've seen an increase in interest in pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements in recent years, from couples either intending to be married or already married.

They offer peace of mind in that they avoid lengthy and costly disputes during divorce proceedings and absolutely reduce the stress and uncertainty that a divorce can bring.

This divorce mini-series looks at divorce with an empathetic view, considering the best outcomes for families. Napthens' family law solicitors are members of Resolution, the body committed to constructive family dispute resolution.

Chartered Legal Executive in family law Natalie Maher sits down with Head of Family Law and Partner Helen Lucking to discuss cohabitation agreements.

There has been a surge in interest in cohabitation agreements in the UK in recent years. This reflects wider societal changes to family structure as the number of unmarried couples increase, as well as the struggles getting on the property ladder leading to cohabitation agreements between friends and family purchasing a property.

A cohabitation agreement has the benefit of setting expectation and preventing disputes, protecting assets, supporting financial planning and even safeguarding children.

This mini series intends to humanise what is a difficult time for all involved parties. Napthens solicitors are Resolution members, the body for the constructive resolution of family disputes.

Head of Family Law and Parter Helen Lucking discusses the risks associated with not having a financial order in place with Chartered Legal Executive in Family Law, Natalie Maher.

This divorce mini-series looks to humanise the UK divorce process by prioritising the personal impact on all parties involved.

As members of Resolution, the legal body for constructive family disputes, we believe in the different approach to divorce. We want to ensure that the emotionally draining process of a divorce considers long-terms positive outcomes for all involved.

Head of Family Law and Partner Helen Lucking sits down with Chartered Legal Executive in Family Law Natalie Maher to demystify the divorce process.

We start off this divorce mini-series with a look at the first steps to online divorce in the UK.

The divorce process is of course an intense time for all involved parties, and so we want this podcast to bring in the very important human element of proceedings.

As members of Resolution, the family law team at Napthens is also committed to the constructive resolution of family disputes.

Daniel Grinsted and Simon Price sit down to discuss social mobility in the legal sector, something that the industry is perhaps not as progressive with as other industries.

Daniel Grinsted brings social mobility initiatives into his law firm's recruitment strategy, ensuring that talent from all backgrounds receive the opportunity to embark on a law career.

Simon Price is Head of Learning & Development, as well as an Executive Coach. Having grown up on a council estate and being the first in his family to enter university education, Simon speaks in depth about his path to becoming a Solicitor.

Discussions include how people from working class backgrounds do not find the same career opportunities as others when it comes to the legal profession, and how law firms must therefore be proactive in social mobility.

Simon and Daniel make frequent visits to schools, colleges and universities across the North West to run Opening Doors workshops, an initiative that looks to educate young people on a legal career and create opportunities that those growing up in less privileged circumstances often struggle to find.

To request a talk, visit Napthens' Opening Doors https://www.napthens.co.uk/careers/social-mobility/.

Generational inheritance tax changes are coming to the UK in April 2026. Learn what will change and what you can do now to prepare for your future.

Speakers:

Keith Melling, Partner and Head of Corporate Law

Farida Isaji, Legal Director and Head of Wills, Trusts and Probate