News & Articles
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Signing of Wills and Codicils whilst observing social distancing and self-isolation
2nd April 2020
The unfortunate reality during the Covid-19 pandemic is that many law firms are experiencing a greater number of enquiries and instructions relating to Wills.…
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Coronavirus: Buying and selling a home at this time
31st March 2020
In recent days, Government guidance has been given to all parties involved in home moving during the Coronavirus pandemic and the key message is…
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Job Retention Scheme: Advice to Employers
27th March 2020
The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is a temporary scheme open to all UK employers for at least three months starting from 1st March 2020.…
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The Coronavirus Act: A Guide for Residential Landlords
26th March 2020
The Coronavirus Act was granted Royal Assent on 25th March 2020. An indication from a District Judge this week indicated that the County Court…
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FCA guidance to mortgage lenders during the Covid-19 pandemic
25th March 2020
In a time of great worry for many people, there was further positive news on 20 March from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as…
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Coronavirus: Support available to businesses
23rd March 2020
As the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic progresses, it is clear that necessary social distancing measures are having a dramatic impact on all businesses. Here at…
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Rentcharges
18th March 2020
Rentcharges are rapidly becoming a ‘red flag’ issue for buyers and mortgage lenders alike. This is having an impact on the property market, as…
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Bank of Mum and Dad
11th March 2020
Parents who help their children get on the property ladder are being urged to adopt a more professional approach when it comes to handing…
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Paying your step children’s child maintenance after their parent dies
4th March 2020
Many people assume when they divorce with minor children that both parents will be around to see each child through education and safely settled…
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Coronavirus: Your rights as an employee
27th February 2020
As the number of coronavirus cases in the UK increases (13 reported cases as of the date of writing) and following the government’s recommendation…
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What is a Paralegal?
26th February 2020
If you have ever had dealings with a law firm then you may have come across the title of paralegal or even had a…
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Have you signed your Will correctly?
12th February 2020
Jack and Jill went to see their solicitor, Tom. They told Tom that sadly, their father, Peter, had passed away. They presented Tom with…
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Vital Safeguarding of vulnerable people
5th February 2020
Safeguarding is vital when appointing others to act Financial abuse of vulnerable people by those acting on their behalf is on the rise, with…
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New Statutory Legacy Increase
29th January 2020
When an individual dies without having made a Will, they are said to have died intestate. Specific Statutory Rules set out the distribution of…
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