Evie Smyth

2 months ago | russell-cooke.co.uk | Hannah Field |Evie Smyth |Kate Hamilton |Katie O’Kelly

Contributors cited in the article speculate that the war in Ukraine and subsequent sanctions are likely to be a factor in diminishing Anglo-Russian cases, but are in consensus that this area of law is active and evolving. Alternatives to court litigation, the distinction between marital and non-marital assets, and the growing complexity of financial settlements involving HNW individuals are all named as trends.

Oct 26, 2024 | nature.com | Máire Ní Leathlobhair |Anna Frangou |Ben Kinnersley |Alex J. Cornish |Eszter Lakatos |Andreas Gruber | +10 more

AbstractTesticular germ cell tumours (TGCT), which comprise seminoma and non-seminoma subtypes, are the most common cancers in young men. In this study, we present a comprehensive whole genome sequencing analysis of adult TGCTs. Leveraging samples from participants recruited via the UK National Health Service and data from the Genomics England 100,000 Genomes Project, our results provide an extended description of genomic elements underlying TGCT pathogenesis.

Sep 17, 2024 | russell-cooke.co.uk | Rachel Donald |Kate Macdonald |Evie Smyth

Partner Rachel Donald discusses the challenges divorcing or separating parents may face in light of the upcoming VAT changes on private school fees and how family lawyers can help resolve disputes over their children's education. VAT changes on private school feesAs we enter another academic year, many parents will be naturally apprehensive about the changes afoot to those in private education following a change in government.

Aug 27, 2024 | russell-cooke.co.uk | Kate Hamilton |Evie Smyth

Who is going to sit around the table? I didn’t think after 20 years in my family law career I would be talking to my clients about tables, but I do, often. I talk them through the legal process of separation (mostly divorce), the law that will apply to their case and I advise them on how I think the assets and income will be divided. There are usually some really interesting legal or tactical considerations specific to their situation and every case is different.

May 8, 2024 | russell-cooke.co.uk | Evie Smyth

Following the amendments to the Family Procedure Rules that officially came into effect on 29 April 2024, associate Evie Smyth is quoted in Today’s Family Lawyer commenting on the changes which strongly encourage separating couples to first attempt non-court dispute resolution (NCDR) such as mediation, pushing parties to settle disputes out of court.