Giving your child a voice

Jennifer Chudleigh Family Law Solicitor Many couples who have gone through separation or divorce may be familiar with mediation. Whether it is to settle finances or to reach agreement about child arrangements. Mediation has proved a successful non-contentious resolution tool as it gives the individuals control over decisions. It is a quick an less expensive... Read More

Meet the AMD Solicitors Family Law Team!

November 2025 AMD Solicitors have welcomed two new members of the Family Law Team to join Jo Morris, Solicitor/Director and Collaborative Lawyer.  Experienced Solicitor, Jennifer Chudleigh, joined us in March, and Trainee Solicitor, Katie Andrews, will be qualifying into the Department later this year. What recent changes to Family Law do you think will help... Read More

Divorce: Who gets the dog?

07 November 2025 Katie Andrews Trainee Family Solicitor As much as pets often are part of the family, under the law, they are treated as ‘property’. This means when it comes to separation, pets will be treated the same as other chattels within the house. Such as cars or jewellery. Whilst this is a difficult... Read More

Specialist Family Law Advice

Family matters can be complex and challenging. Our dedicated specialist family law team provides expert advice and guidance with compassion and understanding when helping to guide you through challenging times. We can help you to find practical solutions to all family and matrimonial matters. Read More

AMD named as finalists in 2 categories at 2025 Bristol Property Awards

October 2025 The judging panel for this year’s Bristol Property Awards have recently announced AMD as a finalist in the Employer and Legal Categories. Our dedicated and highly experienced property teams cover the full range of commercial and residential property services for individuals, investors and business clients. This shortlist follows on from our recent 2025... Read More

Why use a Solicitor to obtain Probate and Administer the Estate of someone who has died?

October 2025 Ian Coules Probate Solicitor After someone dies, their affairs are finalised by their Personal Representative (‘PR’), who would either be appointed in their Will or under general law if there is no will.  It is open to any PR to try to deal with the estate themselves. But very often there will be... Read More

AMD acts to secure new Frome showroom for Kutchenhaus

6 October 2025 Our Commercial Property team led by Melanie Harrison and Tom Halliday were delighted to assist Kutchenhaus to secure their third showroom in Frome. Kutchenhaus Bristol, Bath & Frome Director Rob Cash commented: “After months of hard work, we’re absolutely delighted to have officially opened the doors to our third showroom, right here... Read More

AMD advises on the purchase of The Pump House

October 2025 Our Corporate & Commercial Property teams led by Grant McCall and Melanie Harrison were delighted to advise Bristol Beer Factory on its acquisition of the iconic Harbourside pub, The Pump House. The Pump House is added to the Bristol Beer Factory stable which includes the Arnolfini Harbourside café-bar, North Street Tap Room &... Read More

Family Law Clinic – Whiteladies Road Office

We’re pleased to announce that AMD Solicitors will be offering a Free Family Law Clinic at our Whiteladies Road office. Our experienced family solicitor, Jennifer Chudleigh, will be available to offer advice and guidance on a wide range of family law matters. Interested? Please contact Katie Andrews, Trainee Family Solicitor for further information. Read More

Family Law Clinic – Shirehampton Office

We’re pleased to announce that AMD Solicitors will be offering a Free Family Law Clinic at our Shirehampton office. Our experienced family solicitor, Jennifer Chudleigh, will be available to offer advice and guidance on a wide range of family law matters Interested? Please contact Katie Andrews, Trainee Family Solicitor for further information. Read More

Identity verification will be required from 18 November 2025

02 September 2025 Jack Bull, corporate solicitor considers the recent changes to identity verification with Companies House. From November 18 2025, all company directors and people with significant control (PSCs) will need to verify their identity with Companies House under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023. For company directors 18 November marks the... Read More

Rogue landlords and terrible tenants: What are your rights?

August 2025 AMD’s Martin Hall, Head of Civil Litigation As rents continue to rise and demand for rental properties continue to increase, disputes between landlords and tenants are becoming more and more frequent. We at AMD Solicitors are frequently instructed to deal with such disputes. And set out below the answers to the questions we... Read More