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Living Together but Not Married? The Cohabitation Rights Every Couple Should Know
Cohabitation Rights in the UK for Unmarried Couples More couples in the UK are choosing to live together without getting married or entering a civil partnership. According to the Office for National Statistics, the number of cohabiting couples has more than doubled...
Why The Length of Time on a Leasehold Flat Matters
So, you own a wonderful leasehold flat in England & Wales, and you’re very happy. But do you understand why the length of time left on your Lease matters, the disadvantages that come with it and what can be done about it? In this blog, Sophie Masters, a Paralegal...
Why a Will is not Enough: The Importance of Lasting Powers of Attorney
In this blog, Daniel Brown, Trainee Solicitor from our Private Client team, discusses why having a Will is not enough and the importance of putting a Lasting Power of Attorney in place. What Is a Lasting Power of Attorney? Delaying the creation of a Lasting Power of...
Immigration and eVisas in the UK – What Every Migrant Family Needs to Know
The way someone proves their immigration status in the UK has been changed permanently since the system became fully digital, and physical Biometric Residence Permits (BRP) cards expired on 31 December 2024. Millions of people must now manage and share their...
A Guide to Property Searches: Protecting Your Next Move
When buying a property, searches are often seen as just another administrative hurdle and something your lender requires before they will release funds. However, whether you are purchasing with a mortgage or as a cash buyer, searches are an integral part of a property...
How The April 2026 BPR Changes Will Affect Estate Planning
If Business Property Relief (BPR) features in your existing estate plan, the changes signalled for April 2026 are worth close attention. In practice, the changes point towards closer scrutiny of eligibility and, for some estates, a higher inheritance tax (IHT)...
The Mazur Decision – What Does This Case Mean for Litigation?
The Court of Appeal’s decision in Mazur has been gaining considerable attention within the legal profession, and it is easy to understand why. The case questions what non-authorised staff can and can’t do in litigation under the Legal Services Act 2007. The...
Why Do Solicitors Request Source of Funds?
Understanding an Important Step in the Conveyancing Process When buying a property, many clients are surprised by the level of financial information their solicitor asks for during the conveyancing process. One of the most common questions raised is: “Why are source...
What Is Probate? Do You really Need It?
Dealing with the loss of a loved one is hard enough without a mountain of paperwork staring you down. Applying for a Grant of Probate is often one of the first steps an executor must take when administering a deceased person’s estate. However, in recent...
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