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Abney Garsden McDonald chooses The Wellspring this Christmas (16 December 2008) - Every year the firm choses a worthy charity to donate the proceeds of their Christmas fundraising to.

Judge calls for abuse law change (05 December 2008) - A senior judge has called for a change in the law which prevents victims of childhood abuse bringing a case for damages to the civil courts.

Leading lawyer expresses concern for abuse victims following statement issued by Jersey police chief (17 November 2008) - The following press release has been issued by Abney Garsden McDonald solicitors in response to a press briefing by Jersey Police on 12th November. The briefing was in relation to the investigation into child abuse allegations at Jersey’s Haut de la Garenne children’s home.

Alleged false allegations of childhood sexual abuse (12 November 2008) - Peter Garsden, Managing Partner of Abney Garsden McDonald, has responded to two articles that appeared in the November issue of the Inside Times Newspaper (a national newspaper for prisoners) addressing alleged false allegations of abuse.

Abney Garsden McDonald launch new look website (05 November 2008) - Abney Garsden McDonald Solicitors are pleased to announce the launch of their new look website.

The Scottish Government's proposal to develop a forum for adult survivors of abuse (21 October 2008) - Survivor's Scotland seek better justice for survivors following civil court failures. Government respond with a proposal for a forum.

"The law is an ass!" says Cheadle Hulme Solicitor (16 October 2008) - Abney Garsden McDonald Partner, Peter Garsden, appears in a production of Oliver at the Macclesfield Majestic Theatre..

Leading child abuse lawyer welcomes new restrictions on paedophiles travelling abroad (22 August 2008) - comment on Child Protection by principal of firm.

Home Office signs global charter on sexual abuse (12 May 2008) - New charter from government to protect sexually abused children

Cheadle Hulme solicitors to launch late night legal clinic (09 April 2008) - - free legal clinic.

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