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‘No fault’ divorce! What does the new Act mean?
Family lawyers, in the main, are relieved that the new Divorce Bill has passed through Parliament and is set to become law in the Autumn of this year (although may not come into force until later). When the Act is in force, it will mean that the applicant can ask...
The hidden effects of the lockdown
The country has now been in lockdown since 23rd March, a total of five weeks. For many of us this time has been used positively, to spend quality time with our partners and children, to do all those jobs we were always “getting around to doing” or simply thinking...
Civil Partnership concept challenge and found to be discriminatory
Many couples argued that they found the concept of marriage old fashioned and outdated in these modern times. Some also argued that the Civil Partnership law was discriminatory as only same-sex couples could enjoy that relationship. That law was challenged and...
‘Will you civil partnership me?’
Jenny and Peter have been dating for some time; they both felt that they had found their soul mate. They decided to go for a special dinner at a nice restaurant. Steve had not realised the potential significance of the date; being 29 February. During a lovely evening both had expressed their love for each other and how they saw their future together. Suddenly Jenny went down on one knee and said to Peter ‘Will you civil partnership me? Well, Peter was a bit shocked as he was planning to ask Jenny to marry him and really didn’t know what the difference was so couldn’t reply. Fortunately his solicitor, Christine McNeish of Berlad Graham was at hand and she explained that although the law had not changed yet, it was about to so that same sex couples can enter into a civil partnership rather than marriage. She explained to Peter that really, from a legal perspective, there was no difference other than historically marriage reflected a religious and proprietary relationship, where as a civil partnership seemed to reflect the equality of today’s modern couples. Indeed many other countries offer civil partnerships as well as a marriage ceremony. In short it was a question […]
We are very proud to announce…
Berlad Graham LLP is very proud to announce that Christine McNeish, our Matrimonial expert based in Shropshire, has been shortlisted for the prestigious Lawyer Monthly’s Women in Law Awards 2018. The finalists are made up from a wide spectrum of practice areas across many jurisdictions so many thousands of women are eligible to enter the competition. The Women in Law Awards are a global celebration of excellence in the profession across private practice, the public sector, commerce and industry, and the Bar. Christine is now one of only six that have made it to the final. Please contact Christine on:christine.mcneish@berladgrahamllp.comt +44 0330 175 5655m +44 (0) 7774 246489skype christine.mcneish1
For some, Christmas time can be a time of unhappiness in their relationship. Don’t feel you are alone, speak to Christine McNeish
For some, Christmas time can be a time of unhappiness in their relationship.
Stewart Graham, Partner and Co-Founder of Berlad Graham LLP, interviews Advocate Irit Rosenblum, Founder and CEO of New Family Organisation
Berlad Graham LLP, an innovative UK law firm with Family law experts Raanan Berlad and Christine McNeish, is collaborating with Advocate Irit Rosenblum, Philosophical lawyer expert of International family law, founder of New Family Organisation in Israel who conceived and lead the idea to bring a new concept in marriage that removes any State or Religious involvement, giving the couple total control over how they form their relationship.
Christine McNeish, Berlad Graham’s expert in matrimonial and equine law based around Shropshire and the West Midlands as the key note speaker today for Access to Business AND got everyone smiling
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Statutory Lease Extension: A Step-by-Step Guide for Leaseholders
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Voluntary Lease Extension: A Step-by-Step Guide for Leaseholders
So, you have decided you want to extend the lease on your flat. One option is a voluntary lease extension. In a previous blog, Sophie Masters, a Paralegal from our property team, explained why the length of time left on a leasehold flat matters. In this blog, she looks at…
Understanding UK Stamp Duty (SDLT): A Brief Guide for Buyers
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) can be one of the most confusing costs for people buying property, as there are many rules and exemptions to take into consideration when calculating the amount of tax payable. In this blog, Lauren Greenop, Trainee Solicitor from our residential property team, sets out the…
Buying Together? Choosing the Right Way to Own Your Home
If you are buying a property with someone else, whether it’s a spouse, friend or business partner, it is important to understand how your ownership is set up from the outset. In this blog, Tasnim Tirech, Trainee Solicitor from our residential property team, explains the difference between owning a property…
Helping the next generation: Why Estate Planning Matters
Estate planning is no longer reserved for high-net-worth individuals. It is now necessary for all families to support the next generation during their lifetime, as well as plan for what happens after death. In this blog, Daniel Brown, Trainee Solicitor in our private client team, explains why lifetime giving, clear…
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 since 1996, rising from 1.5 million to around…
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 from…
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 Attorney (LPA) is…
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