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As we get busier and we no longer have lives that fit into a 9-5 framework, meetings don’t take place in conference rooms, our priorities and perceptions are changing- life isn’t split between personal and work – they now exist in tandem. Understanding this; understanding an office can be portable, decisions can be made on weekends or in the evening and that people can have a global market from their living room is equally beneficial to businesses, employees and customers alike. There are always at least three stakeholders in every business interaction – the customer, the ‘frontline’ member of staff and the overall business. Only when the needs of all these stakeholders are met and when each can lean on and also elevate one another does the business really work. From personal experience I know that the flexibility of working within the Berlad Graham business structure has been beneficial both financially and in terms of a work/life balance. From the feedback I am receiving now these benefits are also being passed onto my clients and professional contacts. The involvement and harnessing of technology has really supported and played a key role in this. I do not profess to be a […]
Berlad Graham Employee Spotlight At Berlad Graham, our people’s experience and personality play an important role in the service we provide to our clients. For this employee spotlight, we spoke with Hannah Price, Partner at the firm, and a solicitor in our Private Client department. Hannah has been a solicitor…
When voluntary negotiations fail, here is how to exercise your legal right to extend If you are a leaseholder tired of watching the value of your property decline as the years tick away on your lease, you will know how frustrating it can be when informal negotiations with your freeholder…
Most people understand the importance of making a Will, even if they have not set one up yet. It gives peace of mind that your wishes will be followed after your death and that your loved ones will know what to do. What is less well understood is what happens…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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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