Trainee Chartered Legal Executive, in the Family Team

Sophi joined Nash & Co in January 2020 after graduating with a law degree from the University of Plymouth in 2019. Whilst in her second year at the University of Plymouth, she competed in the International Student Negotiation Competition in Cardiff after passing the regional and national rounds.

Sophi Carroll

scarroll@nash.co.uk
01752 827085

In her final year of study, Sophi was delighted to be elected as the President of the University of Plymouth Law Society.

She is looking forward to building her career with Nash & Co and hopes to train as a Solicitor in the future.

Family Care insights

Insights

Do unmarried couples have rights to the family home after a breakup?

There is often a lot of confusion around what happens to the family home when a couple separates.

Often, it is assumed that what applies to a married couple will also apply to an unmarried couple, but this is not the case.

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Domestic Abuse and the Beautiful Game - UEFA Euro 2024

We all know that Euro 2024 is well underway and there has already been excitement (and upset) along the way for all the nations, not least England. Sadly, the harsh reality is the beautiful game does not always mean excitement for all and particularly those in a high risk or abusive relationship.

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What is Collaborative Law and how can it help?

The court system in England and Wales is an adversarial system, meaning that parties become two opposing sides, presenting their case to a judge for a decision. This approach can, unfortunately, create or amplify conflict, lead to expensive legal costs on both sides, as well as heavy emotional cost.

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An Overview of Divorce

Divorce is a concept almost everyone is familiar with but we are commonly asked ‘what is divorce’ and ‘how do I get divorced?’.

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Will the increase in Court fees apply to the divorce application fee?

The Ministry of Justice has announced changes to Court fees scheduled for May this year. 172 Court fees are going to increase, but how will this affect the fee for the application for divorce?

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What rights do i have to my family home during a divorce

The end of a marriage is a difficult time for all, even moreso when you own a home. Understandably, one of the main questions faced by Family lawyers is ‘Can I stay in my home once we have divorced?’ This is particularly the case if you have young children living with you.

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Can I take my child on holiday abroad, even if the other parent does not agree?

The simple answer is that it depends on individual circumstances. Unfortunately, what feels like an innocent holiday could be considered a criminal offence and so it is very important to understand the law before booking a holiday abroad.

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International Women’s Day Insights: Eleanor Barber, Partner & Solicitor

This International Women's Day, we're highlighting the journeys, challenges, and experiences of our female lawyers. Their stories show the importance of diversity, resilience, and empowerment in shaping an inclusive legal community. We’re starting with Eleanor Barber, who heads up our Family Team.

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International Women’s Day Insights: Chelsea McVicker, Chartered Legal Executive

This International Women's Day, we're highlighting the journeys, challenges, and experiences of our female lawyers. Their stories show the importance of diversity, resilience, and empowerment in shaping an inclusive legal community. We’re joined by Chelsea McVicker, a Chartered Legal Executive in our Family team.

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