Wills and wishes
The conversation we keep putting off In this month’s Connect Magazine, our Partner Marianne Shaw explores the important topic that many of us know we should address but often delay: making arrangements for the future. Discussing wills, wishes, and end-of-life planning can feel uncomfortable. Marianne shares practical insights on why succession planning matters, common misconceptions, and the steps […]
Love, money & inheritance
It’s more personal than you might think. In the Summer Edition of Gallery Magazine’s “Industry Law Edit”, our Associate and Business Development Manager, Priya Jobanputra shares her thoughts on these sometimes tricky topics, drawing on real-life experiences from friends, colleagues and clients. It’s an honest, insightful read, click the link to find out more. https://issuu.com/factory/docs/gallery_jersey_june_july_2026_-_the_form_issue./104 Thinking […]
Making a Jersey Will: A Smart Step for International Estates
Do I need a separate Jersey Will? If you’re based abroad but have assets in Jersey, your estate planning almost certainly needs to account for both jurisdictions. Jersey’s probate rules are separate from those of the UK and other countries and a purpose-made Jersey Will is often the most effective way to protect your assets […]
Free Drop-In Advice Clinic
Wills and Lasting Power of Attorney Planning for the future doesn’t have to be complicated. And we are here to help you make informed decisions about protecting yourself and your loved ones. We are hosting a free drop-in advice clinic on Wednesday 17 June at St Clement’s Golf Club, where you can speak with our […]
Pet-Nups – Barking up the right tree?
Pet-Nups An increasingly common choice for modern married or even cohabiting couples is to have a pet instead of having children. “Fur babies”, as they can often be referred to, are becoming increasingly common for a number of reasons. However, should a couple divorce or separate, this can give rise to disputes as to what […]
Landlord and Tenants – UPDATE!
The Residential Tenancy (Jersey) Amendment Law 2025 is coming into force on 15 April 2026! If you are a landlord or a tenant, it is important to be aware of these changes, as they will almost certainly affect you. Even if you currently have a fixed-term tenancy in place, the new regime is likely […]
A Landmark Moment for End-of-Life Choice in Jersey
Lawmakers in Jersey have approved landmark legislation that will allow terminally ill adults the right to choose to end their own lives. This decision marks the final stage of the Island’s legislative process, with the proposals now awaiting Royal Assent in the UK. Once granted, the first legal assisted deaths could take place as early […]
When Relationships End but Parenting Continues: Making Co-Parenting Work
Have you picked up the latest Gallery magazine? You’ll find our own Matthew Godden and Peter Blandin featured in an insightful article exploring co-parenting after separation. Read “When Relationships End but Parenting Continues: Making Co-Parenting Work” in Gallery Magazine Jersey. If you’d like further guidance or wish to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Matt […]
Family Court Guidance on Experts
The Family Court in Jersey has recently published its new Practice Direction PD FD 25/01 on the use of experts during proceedings. The Court has placed an emphasis on avoiding the use of experts in producing reports and giving evidence in cases where such evidence might not have a material difference on the outcome of […]
Chamber of Commerce Relocation
e’re honoured to have played a role in bringing the Jersey Chamber of Commerce back to its historic roots in Royal Square. After over 20 years away, the Chamber of Commerce has returned to the building it first called home in 1821—a place that served as its base for 180 years. Now, with a renewed […]
Love and Law: Are prenuptial agreements unromantic or sensible?
Unromantic or sensible: how should we view a prenuptial agreement. The wedding dress, the venue, the guest list, the photographer, the cake, these are just some of the many things that need to be organised before the big day and now it is becoming more commonplace to add another to that list – the prenuptial […]
SAVE THE DATE – Charity Golf Day 2025
SAVE THE DATE! Join us for the Le Gallais & Luce Charity Golf Day on 12th September 2025 at St Clement’s Golf & Sports Centre! A day of golf, great company, and giving back – all in support of Macmillan Cancer Support Jersey and Citizens Advice Jersey, with all catering provided by Beresford Street Kitchen. […]
20th Anniversary Gallery Article #198
Our head of family law Matthew Godden has an article in the Oct/Nov edition of Gallery. This is the 20th Anniversary edition, congratulations to Gallery. Love and Law: Are prenuptial agreements unromantic or sensible. Check out the article and if you would like any advice on pre and post nuptial agreements or family […]
Increase in Redundancy Payments Cap
Following the release of the Average Weekly Earnings Report for 2024 earlier this month, the cap on statutory redundancy payments will increase to £1,000.00 per week with effect from 24 September 2024. In practical terms this means that, subject to an employee having completed a qualifying period of employment of 2 years, should they be […]
Psychological expert assessment over-exposing children
The High Court in England recently heard an appeal from the Family Court in Watford, where an Order had been made that a psychological expert was to be appointed in a case to assess a family. This was in the context of re-establishing contact between two children and their father. The case was characterised by […]
“Getting the sack?”
In circumstances which may give a new meaning to the phrase “getting the sack”, a Sainsbury’s worker in England has been fired for taking several ‘bags for life’ without paying for them. The employee, who worked as a night shift assistant for the Romford Sainsbury’s for nearly 20 years, was seen to have taken multiple […]
National Siblings Day
10 April marks National Siblings Day, a day where we can celebrate the bond we share with our brothers and sisters. Siblings are often the first friends we make from the youngest age. They share our childhood memories, family traditions and can have a more intimate understanding of the way we think from those shared […]
Legalising Assisted Dying in Jersey: A Complex Debate
‘On the one hand stands the autonomy and dignity of a competent adult who seeks death as a response to a grievous and irremediable medical condition. On the other stands the sanctity of life and the need to protect the vulnerable.’ – Carter v Canada (2015) Assisted dying has been a prominent topic for several […]
Child Maintenance & Child Residence FAQ
There are certain questions that we as lawyers often get asked at the outset of a family matter. This is understandable as it will be a situation that hopefully has not been experienced before and the situation may well be unusual, and the surrounding circumstances are often very emotional. To assist with understanding some basic […]
Le Gallais & Luce Advocate appointed as Crown Advocate.
Le Gallais & Luce is delighted to report that Advocate Emma Hollywood has been appointed as a Crown Advocate. The Crown Advocate position is an appointment made by the Attorney General and Ms Hollywood will represent the Attorney General and prosecute serious criminal offences before the Royal Court. Emma, who grew up in […]