Admin | 13th February 2026 | News from our members

Enable Law solicitors swap courtroom planning for wheelchair rugby court action Solicitors from Enable Law swapped briefing papers for battle‑ready wheelchairs when they joined an action‑packed wheelchair rugby session. Enable Law partner Michelle Biddulph and solicitor Katherine Moyse left the office behind to take part in a lively taster session run by the West Country Hawks Wheelchair Rugby Club. It allowed them to experience first‑hand the intensity, skill and excitement of one of the UK’s fastest‑growing adaptive sports, in a show of support for disability sport across the South West. The event, staged at Plymouth Life Centre, was sponsored by Enable Law and jointly delivered alongside charity partners from the Limbless Association, bringing together players, supporters, families and first‑time participants from across the region. Wheelchair rugby – often described as a thrilling blend of rugby, basketball, ice hockey and American Football – proved a perfect showcase for the Hawks, who support disabled athletes throughout Devon, Cornwall and Somerset. The day also highlighted the vital work of the Limbless Association, which provides practical and emotional support to amputees before and after amputation, helping individuals rebuild confidence, independence and quality of life. West Country Hawks coach and chairman Adam Simmons said the atmosphere on the day spoke for itself. “The atmosphere said it all and everyone had a great time,” said Adam. “There were smiles, laughter and a real buzz on court all day. Whether people were playing for the first time, returning to the sport, or simply watching, everyone felt involved.” Those values were echoed by the Enable Law team, who fully immersed themselves in the experience. Michelle, who leads the Enable Law's clinical negligence team and is based at firm's Exeter office, said: “Wheelchair rugby is clearly fast‑paced, inclusive and hugely empowering and the energy on and off the ...

Admin | 17th July 2025 | News from our members

Enable Law launches enhanced parental leave to boost growth Enable Law has introduced an improved parental leave policy that will give new mothers and fathers six months’ full pay. The new benefits will maintain the specialist mental capacity, personal injury and medical negligence law firm’s growth trajectory by strengthening its ability to attract and retain talented individuals. The Plymouth-headquartered firm, which is part of the national Foot Anstey group, previously offered six months’ full pay for adoption, maternity and surrogacy leave. Other parental leave was at two months’ full pay but the enhanced policy means all Enable Law colleagues, regardless of gender, will enjoy access to six months’ full pay. New benefits will also be provided for hopeful and expecting families including access to reproductive healthcare. There will also be enhanced neonatal support and pay during pregnancy, a parental returners’ hub and back-up care offering. These initiatives form part of Enable Law’s commitment to offer at least one per cent of net profit to responsible business causes. Rob Antrobus, the Plymouth-based head of Enable Law, said: “Enable Law prides itself on putting people first and that’s why we have introduced one of the best parental leave packages in the legal sector. “Offering six months of fully paid parental leave gives all our people the time, support and financial security they need to care for their families and to support personal growth and fulfil professional potential. “The family-forming’ package represents a vital step towards achieving greater equality in caregiving responsibilities and it will strengthen our ability to attract and retain talented and dedicated individuals.” As well as its Plymouth HQ, Enable Law has offices in Bristol, Exeter, London, Truro, Taunton and Southampton....