MannBenham’s Candy Chan achieves IAPP AIGP Certification, strengthening the Firm’s AI governance expertise At MannBenham we are delighted to announce that on 9 September 2025, our Senior Associate and Trainee Advocate, Candy Chan successfully obtained the Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP) certification, awarded by the International Association of Privacy [...]
Driving for a Great Cause MannBenham sponsors at the Capital Cup It was a beautiful day for golf, driving for a great cause. MannBenham Advocates were proud to take to the greens as sponsors of the first hole at the Capital Cup Charity Golf Challenge, an event that [...]
MannBenham Advocates Unveils State-of-the-Art New Headquarters MannBenham Advocates, a leading legal practice, proudly announced the grand opening of its impressive new headquarters located in the heart of Douglas, Isle of Man, yesterday, 25th June 2025. The momentous occasion was marked by a ribbon-cutting ceremony and plaque unveiling performed by [...]
Divorce Your Rights And Where You Stand Going through a divorce can be one of life’s most challenging transitions, emotionally, practically, and legally. At MannBenham Advocates, we believe that understanding your rights is the first step to protecting your future and moving forward with confidence. Whether you're initiating divorce proceedings or [...]
Can We Divorce Amicably? Is there such a thing as an amicable divorce? In short, yes! Divorce doesn’t always have to be a battle. In fact, many couples today are choosing to part ways with mutual respect, care, and cooperation and here at MannBenham Advocate, we fully support [...]
Who Has Parental Responsibility and What Does It Mean? Parental responsibility is a legal term that can be confusing—but it’s crucial for understanding the rights and duties a parent or guardian has in relation to a child. Whether you're separating, seeking Residence or Contact, or just want clarity, knowing who holds parental [...]
Marown Badminton Club Hits 50 with MannBenham Sponsorship Marown Badminton Club is celebrating its 50th anniversary with the announcement of a new sponsorship from prominent Isle of Man law firm, MannBenham Advocates. The multi-year partnership commenced with a significant £1,500 donation for the 2024/25 season, alongside the provision of branded playing shirts [...]
Private Agreements vs Court-Ordered Child Maintenance... What is Best? When parents separate or divorce on the Isle of Man, one of the key issues to address is how to provide financial support for their children. Two main options are available: a private agreement or a court-ordered maintenance arrangement. Each approach has its [...]
Everything You Need to Know About... Child Maintenance on the Isle of Man Child maintenance is a key consideration for separated parents, ensuring that children receive the financial support they need as they grow. On the Isle of Man, the process is governed by specific legislation and overseen by the Family Division [...]
Fenner v Manx Care Long-Term Sickness, Dismissal Based on Capability, and Indirect Discrimination The recent decision of the Employment and Equality Tribunal in Fenner v Manx Care is a cautionary tale of how an employee who could no longer work because of Long COVID came to be dismissed. Miss Fenner is [...]
