Entries by Emily Gammon

From the Archives: Celebrating Our History in Barry

There’s nothing quite like discovering a piece of our own history. While looking through the archives, we came across a newspaper advertisement announcing the opening of our Tynewydd Road office on 10 August 1987. It’s a wonderful reminder of just one chapter in the long history of Passmores Solicitors. Passmores Solicitors was established in the […]

Congratulations to our Trainee Solicitor, Jack

Congratulations to our Trainee Solicitor, Jack, on an outstanding academic achievement! 🎉 We are delighted to celebrate Jack’s successful graduation with both his Legal Practice Course (LPC) Diploma and Master’s in Law (LLM). This is a significant milestone and a testament to his dedication, perseverance, and commitment to his legal career. We are incredibly proud […]

Probate delays in 2026: what this could mean for you

Recent updates show that probate applications are, on average, being processed more quickly than before—particularly for straightforward digital applications. However, many families are still experiencing delays, especially where estates are more complex or require additional information. While this may seem like a technical issue, delays in probate can have real consequences for families. Why delays […]

Supporting the Community: Legal Advice Clinics at Golau Caredig

We are pleased to announce that we have recently commenced hosting monthly legal clinics at Golau Caredig, offering advice and assistance to residents and their families. While the clinics are primarily focused on Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and other Private Client matters, we are also able to provide guidance on additional areas of law, […]

Wills and Powers of Attorney: Why Planning Ahead Matters

We have recently seen a significant rise in requests for appointments to discuss making a Will and/or establishing a Power of Attorney, following Martin Lewis’ comments earlier this month on the importance of having these documents in place. Martin Lewis has emphasised that while many people understand the importance of having a Will, a significant […]

Is your Will still right for you?

This Update Your Will Week (2nd-8th March 2026), we are proud to support The Association of Lifetime Lawyers in raising awareness about the importance of both making a will, as well as keeping your will up to date if personal circumstances change.   A Will is far more than just a legal document. It captures […]

Catherine Roblin reaccredited as a Resolution Specialist

Our consultant solicitor, Catherine Roblin, has been reaccredited under the Resolution Specialist Accreditation Scheme as a specialist in child abduction and domestic abuse. The Resolution Specialist Accreditation Scheme recognises solicitors who have demonstrated a high level of knowledge and experience in specific areas of family law. Reaccreditation requires practitioners to evidence their ongoing expertise, practical […]

Alzheimer’s Society – Will to Remember Partnership

We are pleased to announce that we have partnered with the Alzheimer’s Society as part of its Will to Remember scheme. As a firm, we have supported many clients and their families who have been affected by dementia. Through this experience, we have seen first-hand how the guidance, care, and resources provided by the Alzheimer’s […]

Our collaboration with The National Free Wills Network

We’re delighted to share our latest certificate from the National Free Wills Network! Through our work, we’ve helped raise an incredible £1,334,315 in future income for their charity members. We’re proud to be part of a network that’s making a positive, lasting difference for charities and the communities they support.

Holiday Closure Notice

Please note that our offices will be closed from 5:00 pm on 23 December 2025 and will reopen at 9:00 am on 2 January 2026. We appreciate your understanding and wish you a pleasant holiday season. We look forward to seeing you in the New Year.