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Recently, Thea Grattidge, Luke Sheldon and Claire Wiles from our Housing team contributed to the new guidance published by Impact on Urban Health: “Meeting the needs of neurodivergent children living in temporary accommodation.”

Read the full guidance here: urbanhealth.org.uk/wp-content/u....
January 22, 2026 at 3:11 PM
We are looking for a Deputy Head of the Leeds Office to support the leadership and day-to-day management of our Leeds Crime Department. For more information, please visit: gtstewart.co.uk/vacancies/de....

Applications will be considered on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
January 22, 2026 at 11:53 AM
Speaking to a stranger about personal matters involving your family and children is very emotional and extremely challenging. Indiya Kainth provides a breakdown of what to expect when you meet our Family Team in Birmingham for the first time. Read it here: gtstewart.co.uk/what-to-expe....
January 20, 2026 at 11:47 AM
Well done to Natalie Acheampong-Sarpong and Felix Parsons from our Civil Liberties team.

Both Natalie and Felix are known for supporting clients through complex and challenging situations. One client shared: “I was encouraged to take a stand even when I saw no hope for myself...”
January 16, 2026 at 3:43 PM
We are offering a 12-month pupillage in September 2026, as part of our wider development and training strategy. Applications should be submitted until 22nd January 2026 by email to [email protected].

For more information, click here: recruitment.pupillagegateway.com/members/modu....
January 16, 2026 at 10:33 AM
Domestic abuse can take many forms, and understanding your legal rights is an important first step. Indiya Kainth from our Family team has prepared this piece to help victims of domestic abuse understand the protections available to them.

Read the full post here: gtstewart.co.uk/domestic-abu....
January 16, 2026 at 10:21 AM
Together, we have raised £1,659.50 at our 2025 Christmas Quiz in November.

All proceeds will go towards helping Comfort Cases UK continue their vital work supporting children entering the care system.

Thank you to everyone who contributed and helped make the evening such a success.
January 7, 2026 at 4:16 PM
We represented our client in two successful suitability reviews under s202 of the Housing Act 1996, which resulted in a direct offer of permanent accommodation from a London Borough.

Our client was represented by Solicitor, Claire Wiles in the Housing team.
January 6, 2026 at 1:07 PM
Well done to Sabrina Neves who received the following fantastic feedback from one of her clients:

“I am incredibly grateful for the way Sabrina Neves handled my case. She was exceptional throughout, and I couldn’t be happier with the result. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone.”
January 2, 2026 at 11:42 AM
We represented our client in a successful appeal that resulted in a imprisonment for public protection (IPP) sentence being quashed and replaced with a Hospital Order under sections 37 and 41 of the Mental Health Act 1983.

Read the full article here: lnkd.in/eav3fG4b.
December 23, 2025 at 12:13 PM
GT Stewart Solicitors is looking to recruit a Family Legal Secretary to join our Canterbury office. Find out more about the role here: gtstewart.co.uk/vacancies/fa....
December 19, 2025 at 3:36 PM
GT Stewart Solicitors is looking to recruit two Family Paralegals to join our busy and expanding offices in Barnet and Canterbury on a permanent, full-time basis. FInd out more about the role here: gtstewart.co.uk/careers-with....
December 19, 2025 at 3:35 PM
We represented our client in a successful unlawful eviction claim, which resulted in over £135,000 of damages being awarded.

Our client was represented by Solicitor, Luke Sheldon.

Read the full article here: gtstewart.co.uk/landlord-ord....
December 18, 2025 at 2:21 PM
We represented a client who had been charged with two counts of possession with intent to supply class A drugs, possession of criminal property, and driving without insurance, resulting in our client being sentenced to a financial penalty.

Our client was represented by Sabrina Neves.
December 17, 2025 at 1:28 PM
Today, our Family team in Birmingham took part in Christmas Jumper Day, one of Save the Children UK’s biggest annual fundraising events.

Thank you to everyone who donated, and to our team for showing up in their most festive jumpers!

christmas.savethechildren.org.uk/fundraising/....
December 11, 2025 at 2:41 PM
We just wrapped up our 2025 Christmas Party on Friday! It was a great way to close another busy year and reflect on the dedication and hard work shown across the firm.

We wish everyone a lovely Christmas and a happy New Year!
December 8, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Last night, our team attended the Leadership, Influence & Inclusivity Awards to celebrate Alice See, Keiu Kikas, and Sabrina Neves who were shortlisted for this year’s Rising Star Award.

It was a great opportunity to enjoy an evening celebrating emerging leaders in the legal profession.
December 5, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Thank you to everyone who attended and supported our annual Christmas Quiz last week. It was lovely to see so many colleagues from local practices, Chambers, Local Authorities, Cafcass and the Judiciary come together for a fun evening in support of this year’s chosen charity, Comfort Cases UK.
December 4, 2025 at 3:03 PM
We represented a client whose joint enterprise murder conviction has been referred to the Court of Appeal by the Criminal Cases Review Commission (CCRC). This referral was secured following a new legal argument and psychiatric evidence.

Read more here: gtstewart.co.uk/joint-enterp....
December 2, 2025 at 12:18 PM
We are introducing the Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme as part of our wider development and training strategy. Supporting our staff to progress is a key part of our people plan and this apprenticeship offers a valuable route for team members to develop new skills.

gtstewart.co.uk/solicitor-ap...
December 1, 2025 at 11:21 AM
The 4ᵗʰ edition of Parole Board Hearings: Law and Practice is out now, authored by Hamish Arnott and Simon Creighton, Consultants at Bhatt Murphy, and Dr Laura Janes KC (Hon), Consultant Solicitor at GT Stewart Solicitors.

Get your copy here: www.lag.org.uk/shop/book-ti....

#parole #law #practice
November 28, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Well done to Nick De Freitas and Melanie Krudy, from our Criminal Defence team for receiving exceptional feedback from a client.

Clients have frequently praised their professionalism and commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes. Read the testimonial here: gtstewart.co.uk/our-people/n....
November 28, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Preparing for a Family Court Hearing? Here's what you need to know.

Our Family team has put together a simple guide to help you understand what to expect and how to prepare for an upcoming family court hearing.

Find out more here: gtstewart.co.uk/family-court...
November 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Tomorrow, we will be hosting our annual Christmas Quiz, welcoming around 100 guests from local solicitors’ firms, chambers, local authorities, and courts for an evening of fun.

All proceeds will go to Comfort Cases UK.

If you would like to join us, RSVP to Sacha Hall at [email protected].
November 26, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Deeming silence as acceptance for threshold?

Todd Killeen discusses the recent Court of Appeal decision in Re D [2025] EWCA Civ 1362, which clarifies that parents’ silence cannot be treated as acceptance of threshold in s.31 Children Act 1989 proceedings.

gtstewart.co.uk/deeming-sile....
November 19, 2025 at 3:12 PM