We have been committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within our own business for many years. Our business is increasingly diverse and so are our clients. We are not like other firms, we do things differently.
As part of our ongoing commitment to increasing access to legal services for all, we have developed a real focus in answer to requests from the LGBTQ+ community for advice to be provided in an approachable, empathetic and non-judgemental way by lawyers that truly understand the issues they may face particularly concerning their personal matters.
Our Autmn Edition of Life Times is Out Now
We bring you the autumn edition of Life Times magazine - a round-up of insightful and informative content.
From looking at how to access the First Homes scheme, to resolving relationship disputes out of court, and Inheritance – A gift or a curse? The autmn issue is packed full of useful tips and information.
Areas of expertise
Our experienced lawyers offer a wide range of services here we have listed a few of the key offerings
How we can help
With the relatively recent changes to legislation enabling same-sex marriages and civil partnerships, there are now opportunities for LGBT people to live in legally recognised family units, adopting children or having children of their own via surrogacy.
With our wealth of expertise, we can advise on a range of legal issues including preparing for marriage and civil partnerships as well as divorce and dissolution, adoption and surrogacy, Wills and estate planning including philanthropy and inheritance tax mitigation.
Being a full multi-service firm, we can assist you with the setup and running of your business including succession planning, mergers and acquisitions, intellectual property, insurance, financing and banking. We will work with you to enhance the success of your business for you, your family and those important to you whoever they may be.
Why choose Shakespeare Martineau?
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Our latest LGBTQ+ news, blogs and webinars
21 Jun
Family
Separating from old law – No-fault divorce to be introduced
8 Dec
For the individual
Can a child understand the risks of puberty blockers?
9 Jan
LGBTQ Community
Civil partnerships: Offering financial security for cohabiting couples
8 Jul
LGBTQ Community
Estate planning: What needs to be considered after transitioning
11 Oct
Katherine Marshall, Partner | Matt Parr, Legal Director | Debra Burton, Partner
When two families become one – practical guidance on estate protection, wills and guardianship appointments
This is the second webinar in our series of three and will focus on […]
11 Feb
Katherine Marshall, Partner | Matt Parr, Legal Director | David Browne, Partner & Head of Employment
Exploring Surrogacy – the essential legal advice you need when having a child using a surrogate
In the first of our series of family webinars Katherine Marshall will be talking […]