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What can I do to protect myself on separation if I am unmarried?
12 Apr 2024The reality is that separating cohabiting couples have no automatic claim to a share of the family home, pensions, maintenance payments and other assets as couples who were married would. Read more here.
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Key factors for Landlords to Consider when granting Consent to Alterations
15 Mar 2024It’s important to understand exactly what alterations the tenant wishes to carry out and what the works will mean to the rights and remedies available to you when the tenant vacates the property.
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Spring 2024 Employment Law Round Up
15 Mar 2024‘This year is a busy one for employment legislation, after a few quiet years,’ says Lydia Wawiye, a Solicitor in the employment team with Parfitt Cresswell.
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Dealing With a Dispute Arising from an Indemnity
15 Mar 2024As a business owner you are likely to have been given the benefit of an indemnity in one or more of your commercial agreements. However, sometimes there will be a dispute over whether you can invoke your indemnity clause.
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How Do You Choose a Conveyancing Lawyer?
13 Mar 2024You’ve found the perfect home, had your offer accepted and your mortgage is sorted. Now work begins to find a solicitor – known as a conveyancer – to do the legal work. In this article we explain how to find the right firm for the job.
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Tougher Sentences for Sexual Violence "Rough Sex" Killers
16 Feb 2024People who kill their partners with sexual violence will face longer periods in prison as the Government continues to clamp down on domestic abuse against women.
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New Rules for Flexible Working Requests (from 6 April 2024)
16 Feb 2024In this article, Lydia highlights different types of flexible working, the process and the upcoming changes, the legal risks and ways to minimise them.
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Defending a Product Liability Claim
16 Feb 2024Accidents can happen with products, and customers or users are sometimes injured. Simon looks at what action you need to take and the strategic implications for your business.
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The Impact of Debts on a Financial Settlement
16 Feb 2024One of our Family Solicitors, Sue Booth, takes you though different forms of debt, and their importance when dealing with a financial settlement
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Financial Abuse through Miscalculated or Delayed Child Maintenance Service Payments
23 Jan 2024Zanariah Webster of our Windsor office takes a look at the Child Maintenance Service payment system, and the effects that delayed and miscalculated payments have on parents
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An Employer’s Guide to taking Grievances Seriously
17 Jan 2024Dealing with employee grievances can sometimes seem like a thankless drain on a business’s management and resources. Here, Lydia sets out why employers should take grievances seriously from the outset and how to take a proportionate approach
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Heading off a Dispute with a Distributor
17 Jan 2024Simon Steele-Williams, Dispute Resolution Solicitor outlines the options to ensure a dispute can be resolved swiftly with least damage to both parties.
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Reynolds Report - January 2024
16 Jan 2024Martin Reynolds looks at a case relating to restrictive covenants over land and how they can be used to prevent unwanted development on adjoining or nearby property.
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Defending a Negligence Claim against a Property Professional
4 Jan 2024If you are a professional working in the property sector, you may at some point face a claim from a disgruntled client claiming that you have been negligent in your advice, or in your work for them. In this article, Simon looks at what action you can take to prove that a claim is unjustified.
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2024 Acas Guidance on Sickness Absence Management
4 Jan 2024Acas recently updated their helpful guidance on sickness absence. In this article, Lydia highlights key points for employers.
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Dealing with foreign assets within a divorce
10 Nov 2023if you are going through separation or divorce, as it is essential to understand what powers the English courts have to make orders relating to your foreign assets, and what other options may need to be considered in reaching a financial settlement.
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My employee alleges being bullied at work. What do I do?
10 Nov 2023Lydia highlights the key elements of good practice if you need to respond to an allegation of bullying at work.
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Is Equity Release for you?
10 Nov 2023In today’s financial climate, an increasing number of consumers aged 55 plus are turning to their most valuable asset – their home - to support their finances.
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What can you do if your supply contract is terminated without your agreement?
10 Nov 2023Simon looks at what you can do if your contract has been unlawfully terminated, and whether you can claim damages for your loss as a result of the termination.
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Strategic tips when you need to enforce a judgment for payment
23 Oct 2023In this article, we look at the information to be acquired, and top tips to ensure that you have the best chance of success.
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Employers’ guide to Dyslexia in the Workplace
23 Oct 2023Lydia looks at the legal obligations on employers and offers practical tips for employers to support dyslexic job applicants and employees.
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Has your employee social media policy kept pace with business practice?
12 Sept 2023Our employment law solicitors explain why your policies and contracts may need to be updated.
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How successful are the Inheritance Act 1975 Claims?
14 Aug 2023Is it possible for you to make a claim against the estate? And if so, how successful is such a claim? In this article, we will consider these questions.
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Do I need probate if there is a Will?
14 Aug 2023It is important to understand the probate process, so we offer this simple guide to help you navigate this unfamiliar territory.
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Enforcing a judgment debt
25 Jul 2023Our dispute resolution solicitors provide guidance on the best methods of enforcing a judgment debt.
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Tempted by the four-day working week trial for your business?
25 Jul 2023Our employment law solicitors explore the pros and cons arising from the recent UK trial of a four-day working week.
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Talking ‘off the record’ and settlement agreements
28 Jun 2023We explain settlement agreements, when discussions are off the record and non-disclosure agreements
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How can a business remove a troublesome shareholder?
28 Jun 2023Are you a business owner in dispute with a fellow shareholder? If so, check out our latest blog for details of how to deal with removing a shareholder
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How Divorce Can Impact a Business Owner
16 Jun 2023We discuss the various ways in which divorce can impact a business owner
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The Role of Mediation in Divorce: Benefits and How It Can Help
16 Jun 2023This blog post provides insight into the role and benefits of mediation in all proceedings relating to your separation and divorce.
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How to Make Divorce Easier on Your Children
16 Jun 2023We provide advice on how to make the process of separating from your partner easier for your children
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Collaborative Law: Everything you Need to Know
16 Jun 2023In this blog, we'll explore everything you need to know about collaborative divorce.
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Getting employees back to the office
23 May 2023Getting employees back to the office - our employment law solicitors outline the issues for employers who want staff to start working in the office either all the time or more frequently
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Non-Disclosure Agreement Checklist & Key Points
15 May 2023We provide a useful checklist for those learning more about or drafting NDAs.
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What happens to a mortgage after a divorce in the UK?
27 Apr 2023We explain what happens to a mortgage after a divorce in the UK and provide useful information
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How does No Fault Divorce work in the UK?
27 Apr 2023We explain the new change in 'no fault divorce' for those who don't understand.
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What do I need to get a divorce in the UK?
27 Apr 2023For those wanting to get a divorce in the UK, we outline the steps and what you need to do
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Why is it important for a landlord to have security when letting a commercial property?
6 Apr 2023We explore why it is important for a landlord to have security when letting a commercial property
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5 Reasons Why Businesses Still Need Office Space in 2023
27 Mar 2023Commercial Property Bulletin 6: As we now sit in the middle of another lockdown period, one question that is being asked almost daily is what is the future of offices? Will there be a lot of business trying to surrender their leases or not renewing at the end of their current term?
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Stress at Work claims
26 Mar 2023Employment Law Bulletin 10: Further to our recent article on bullying in the workplace, this article focuses on the closely related topic of stress in the workplace and the actions that employers can take to defend themselves against claims arising from this
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Updating Contracts of Employment for Homeworking
24 Mar 2023With more people becoming accustomed to working from home will updating Contracts of Employment for Homeworking be necessary?
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Do you need a family lawyer to get divorced in the UK?
23 Mar 2023Let’s take a closer look at possible benefits of divorcing with a family law adviser on your side.
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Choosing a Conveyancing Lawyer
13 Mar 2023Trying to buy or sell a house without legal advice can not only be frustrating, but it can also reveal some legal challenges that become quite costly. Our legal experts explain for you.
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Questions About Getting a Divorce or Ending a Civil Partnership
8 Feb 2023We are here to help you understand how to begin the process, the financial implications of divorce, how to navigate the process if you have children, and more.
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How to Deal with Divorce During Christmas
17 Jan 2023The family law professionals at Parfitt Cresswell are here to guide you through the season with expert advice and tips to help curate a solution for you and if possible, for both parties involved in your separation.
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How to Dissolve a Civil Partnership
11 Jan 2023Here is some information you will need if you have decided to end your civil partnership.
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The Importance of Making a Will
10 Jan 2023We may not like to think about it, but there is one thing in life that is certain…we are all going to die. Hopefully it is not something you need to think nor worry about for a long time, however one thing you most definitely should be thinking about if you don’t already have one is making a Will.
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What Happens to My Taxes After Getting a Divorce?
10 Jan 2023Learn how different kinds of taxes are affected during a divorce or separation in the UK so you can take steps to avoid overpaying.
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What can I claim in a divorce settlement?
10 Jan 2023Each marriage is unique, and so is each divorce settlement. However, we can answer some common questions to give you a better understanding of the process and what to expect.
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Family Law Bulletin 6: Domestic Abuse
4 Jan 2023Many people consider “domestic violence” to be actual physical violence against a person or an imminent threat of physical violence. As a result many people remain in unhappy relationships, tolerating unacceptable behaviour. In this bulletin we look at what Domestic Abuse is.
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Restrictive Covenants - why you may need a Property Solicitor
4 Jan 2023Why – when dealing with Restrictive Covenants – you would be well advised to consult a Property Solicitor as soon as possible.
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What If I Can’t Afford to Pay Inheritance Tax?
4 Jan 2023Learn more about IHT, how to value an estate and inheritance tax payment options.
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How Much Inheritance Tax Do I Have to Pay?
4 Jan 2023Whatever your opinion and political views, inheritance tax is a financial reality. So it makes sense to know how it will affect you and what steps you can take to soften the blow.
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Avoiding Inheritance Tax on Farms
4 Jan 2023Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) are reliefs that are available to reduce the amount of inheritance tax on farms and business properties.
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What happens to my pension during a divorce?
4 Jan 2023Here, we will address some common concerns about what happens to pensions during a divorce.
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Family Law Bulletin 4: Financial Matters Upon Divorce
4 Jan 2023Resolving financial issues arising from a marriage is often the most difficult part of dealing with a divorce. Initiating the divorce process is only the first step and it is essential you finalise your finances to avoid future claims from your ex. In this article we look at finances upon divorce
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What is a Separation Agreement?
4 Jan 2023What is a separation agreement and how is it used in the UK?
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Do I Have to Give a Reason to Get Divorced?
4 Jan 2023But do you have to give a reason to get divorced in England? Learn more about the relatively new no-fault divorce law and what it means for you.
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What Is the Difference Between a Civil Partnership and a Marriage?
5 Dec 2022Our legal experts break down the difference between civil partnerships and marriages.
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'What to Consider When Contemplating Separation & Divorce' Video Presentation
2 Dec 2022We know that the breakdown of a relationship can be challenging and sometimes it is difficult to know which way to turn and who to turn to for support. This short video presentation covers some frequently asked questions and common misconceptions surrounding the divorce process.
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Are you contemplating separation or divorce?
1 Dec 2022Hear from Family Lawyer Zanariah Webster as she discusses what you can do to help make the separation and divorce process a smooth one.
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The Good Divorce Week 2022 - Ending the Family Court Crisis
29 Nov 2022We are proud to be supporting Resolution's 'The Good Divorce Week 2022 - Ending the Family Court Crisis' (28 Nov - 2 Dec) which aims to highlight the crisis in the courts and raise awareness of how families can resolve their disputes away from court.
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Can I Pay Inheritance Tax In Instalments?
17 Nov 2022If you've inherited some assets from a loved one and need to spread the cost of the IHT payment, read this article to see your options.
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Do I Have To Go To Mediation Before Divorce?
17 Nov 2022If you are thinking about getting divorced, here are some things you will need to know about mediation and requirements as a part of the divorce process.
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How to protect your child's inheritance from getting taxed
17 Nov 2022When sorting your will, it's important to protect your child's inheritance from getting taxed. We discuss how you can protect your child as much as possible
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Legal Chat Radio Interview - Neighbour Disputes with Anne Chambers
5 Oct 2022Neighbour disputes are nothing new, but they can be uncomfortable and frankly, annoying. But how should you deal with a dispute? Legal Expert Anne Chambers discusses the do's and don'ts in this latest Legal Chat radio interview.
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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II - a Message from Parfitt Cresswell
9 Sept 2022Her Majesty served the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth for seven decades with great devotion and unwavering commitment and will be remembered by the world for her dedication, extensive knowledge, wisdom and leadership.
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Why Should I Make a Will?
7 Sept 2022We all know we should have one, but statistics show a staggering 31 million UK adults do not have a Will. Why is this and what are the benefits of making a Will? Legal expert Anne Chambers answers these questions and more in our latest Legal Chat radio interview.
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Legal Chat Radio Interview - The Probate Application Process with Rhiannon Winter
1 Sept 2022Dealing with the loss of a loved one can be difficult. It can be made even more challenging when attempting to deal with (and understand) the Probate process. In this latest radio interview Rhiannon Winter explores the new Probate process and looks at its pros and cons.
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Digital Assets: What will happen to your assets upon death?
20 Aug 2022In our latest Legal Chat, Private Client legal expert Nicola Manning explores the question of ‘what happens these digital assets on death?’, and explains how you can make sure your assets go to the right people when you are no longer around.
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Legal Chat Radio Interview - Commercial Rent Arrears with Steve Cook
17 Aug 2022How did the courts interpret the Commercial Rent (Coronavirus) Act 2022 when making the first statutory arbitration award?
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Child Maintenance - Parfitt Cresswell live on LBC Radio - 17th July 2022
18 Jul 2022Parfitt Cresswell Family Lawyer Elizabeth Jones appeared on The Natasha Devon Show on LBC to discuss Child Maintenance
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Legal Chat Radio Interview - Adverse Possession with Steve Cook
13 Jul 2022What is adverse possession and what can you do to protect yourself and land from being claimed by another? Commercial Property expert Steve Cook delves into this topic to other you his thoughts
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Legal Chat Radio Interview - Commercial Property Letting to a tenant without a Track Record
1 Jun 2022Finding the right tenant can be challenging at the best of times, but when they do not have a track record for you to inspect and rely upon can it can be even tougher. In this interview Commercial Property expert Steve Cook offers landlords some helpful tips to protect themselves.
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Residential Tenancy Repossession
19 May 2022In this latest interview for Connections Radio, Dispute Resolution Specialist Simon Steele-Williams discusses residential tenancy repossession and looks at the processes involved.
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Boundary Disputes
13 May 2022What do you do when there is a dispute between you and a neighbour regarding boundaries? In this interview for Legal Chat with Parfitt Cresswell, Dispute Resolution specialist Simon Steele-Williams discusses the options available to you to ensure an amicable resolution is achieved.
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The Grievance Process in the Workplace
5 May 2022From time-to-time issues can arise in the workplace and if left to fester they can unfortunately result in a formal grievance being raised. In our latest radio interview Employment Law expert Philip Luff takes a look at the grievance process from both the employer’s & employee’s point of view.
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What is Service Charge and is the Landlord’s Decision Final?
5 May 2022Service charges are one of the main areas for dispute between tenants and landlords. The recent case of Criterion Buildings Ltd v McKinsey and Company Inc (UK) and another (2021) looked at the proper approach to calculate service charges in relation to commercial premises.
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Common Questions in Family Law
6 Apr 2022Often the first point of resource when you need a question answered is to search Google. The internet provides a plethora of information, but it can often be confusing and conflicting and in some cases such as financial disputes and child arrangements, there is not a “one size fits all” approach.
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No Blame Divorce - The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Act 2020
6 Apr 2022Currently divorce can only be obtained on the basis of an “irretrievable breakdown” based on one of five grounds making amicable separation difficult. However, the upcoming changes to legislation should remove the 'blame game'
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No Fault Divorce & The End of the Blame Game - The Divorce, Dissolution & Separation Act 2020
31 Mar 2022The Divorce, Dissolution & Separation Act has now come into force but what does this mean for couples thinking about or going through a separation or divorce? Family Lawyer Zanariah Webster chats to Connections Radio about what’s changed and how it will impact the process of divorce and separation
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Commercial Property Post Pandemic - Commercial Property Expert Steve Cook Legal Chat Interview
30 Mar 2022Commercial Property expert Steve Cook discusses the state of the Commercial Property Market and what prospective tenants are now looking for as we enter the post pandemic world.
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The Redundancy Process - Employment Law Expert Philip Luff Legal Chat Interview
30 Mar 2022Employment Law expert Philip Luff discusses the Redundancy Process and the key steps that should be followed by employers when looking to make redundancies.
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Legal Chat Radio Interview - Lasting Powers of Attorney with Heidi Shearman
9 Mar 2022What is a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) & why is it so important? Private Client expert Heidi Shearman discusses this and more with Connections Radio.
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Legal Chat Radio Interview - Divorce Overview & FAQs with Eve Geere
2 Mar 2022Are you contemplating separation or divorce but unsure of what it entails and what is involved? Family Lawyer Eve Geere covers the frequently asked questions and explains the divorce process in this latest Legal Chat interview for Connections Radio.
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Legal Chat Radio Interview - Pre-Nuptial Agreements with Sharon Micuta
2 Feb 2022Are Pre-Nuptial Agreements worth the paper they are written on? Family Lawyer Sharon Micuta discusses what they are, their pros & cons and their validity in our latest Legal Chat Radio Interview for Connections Radio.
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Mediation Awareness - What is Mediation?
20 Jan 2022Mediation can help resolve the issues between two parties, whether married or cohabiting and with or without children, that arise following the breakdown of a relationship.
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Five Things to Consider When Thinking About Separation & Divorce
18 Jan 2022Coming to terms with the end of a marriage or relationship can be an emotional whirlwind and once that decision is made, the practical issues need to considered. Whilst there is no overnight fix, there are a number of things to think about before embarking onto the next stage.
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Legal Chat Radio Interview - Selling as an Executor or an Attorney with Sharon Callery
12 Jan 2022Selling a property can be stressful at the best of times. But what about when you are an Attorney acting under the power of an LPS or when selling as an Executor? In this radio interview Sharon Callery discusses how to ensure the sale proceeds without hiccup.
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Grandparents Rights and Making an Application to the Court
7 Aug 2021Do grandparents have a right to see their grandchildren? Read on to learn about the legal position in the UK.
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Legal Update: End of the Blame Game – No Fault Divorce to Come into Effect 6th April 2022
7 Aug 2021Last year we wrote an article “Turning Point in Divorce – The end of the blame game” confirming that a new bill had received Royal Assent so that in future separating couples will no longer need to apportion blame for the breakdown of marriage.
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Ground Rents to be Scrapped for New Residential Leases
7 Aug 2021Over recent years there have been increasing cases in the news regarding escalating, unfair and excessive ground rents and the pressing need for reform of the antiquated leasehold system in England and Wales.
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Family Bulletin 10: Nuptial Agreements
26 Apr 2021A Pre-Nuptial Agreement is an agreement entered into by two parties ahead of their marriage or civil partnership, but are they worth the paper they're written on?
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Employment Bulletin 13 - Maternity
16 Apr 2021What does the law say about maternity leave? Find out what the rights and responsibilities are for both employees and employers in our latest Employment bulletin
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Commercial Property Bulletin 7 - Lease, Licence, Tenancy at Will: What's the Difference?
26 Mar 2021This article deals with the issues that owners of commercial premises may face when trying to decide how to document the occupation of a property.
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Family Law Bulletin 9: Changes to Domestic Abuse Laws
12 Mar 2021The pandemic has had a massive impact on victims of domestic abuse. But what exactly is the law and does it do enough to protect victims? Find out in our latest blog.
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Employment Law Bulletin 12 - Pregnancy: Employees' Rights & Employers' Responsibilities
5 Mar 2021Find out what rights an employee has when they become pregnant and some of the issues that employers will need to navigate when dealing with their pregnant employees.
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We’re Starting Our Own Radio Show!
3 Mar 2021As a leading and forward-thinking law firm, we are always looking for new and exciting ways to stay in touch and share valuable information with our clients.
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Property Bulletin
26 Feb 2021As the latest national lockdown continues to suppress large parts of the UK economy the housing sector remains relatively buoyant. Why is this the case & will it last?
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Private Client Bulletin 6
19 Feb 2021Nobody likes to think about their demise, but what would happen to your assets if you died without a Will? It may not be what you expect. Find out more in our latest blog.
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Family Law Bulletin 8: Inherited Wealth Within Matrimonial Proceedings
12 Feb 2021The treatment of inherited wealth upon divorce has been the focus of much discussion in recent years and it is true to say that there is no singular approach adopted by the courts. But what can you do to protect yours?
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Employment Law Bulletin 11: 3rd Party Pressure
5 Feb 2021Our latest Employment Law bulletin examines what employers should be doing if they are facing significant pressure from a third party to dismiss one of their employees.
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Private Client Bulletin 5: Executor Responsibilities
22 Jan 2021Will you be my executor? You may well want to appear to be helpful and not want to cause offence by saying no but do you realise executors have liability of their own and these can be extremely onerous. Find our more in our latest blog.
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Family Law Bulletin 7: Impact of Brexit on Family Law
15 Jan 2021For 46 years, the United Kingdom enjoyed a symbiotic relationship with Europe promoting the free movement of goods, people and fair competition laws but all that changed on 12th March 2019. What will be the impact on Family Law?
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Private Client Bulletin 4: Is Trust the Issue?
18 Dec 2020Is Trust the issue? Family trusts are a great way to protect and provide for your loved ones when you're gone. In this issue we focus on the growing trend of the use of family trusts within Wills.
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Family Law Bulleting 5: The Perils of Unmarried Couples
13 Nov 2020The number of cohabiting families in the UK has increased remarkably over the last decade with the number of cohabiting couple families growing faster than married couple families. Unfortunately, the law has not necessarily caught up with changes in society and upon a relationship breakdown.
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Your Will: Planning Ahead for Peace of Mind
10 Jan 2020Let’s face it, none of us like to think too much about getting older or planning what will happen to our assets when we’re gone. It’s hardly surprising then that more than half of UK adults don’t have a Will in place.