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Statutory Wills: How the process works and why they can protect loved ones

Statutory Wills: How the process works and why they can protect loved ones

A Statutory Will is a Will authorised by the Court of Protection for an individual who lacks the mental capacity ...
Looking after the Farm when you can’t – the importance of putting Lasting Powers of Attorney in place

Looking after the Farm when you can’t – the importance of putting Lasting Powers of Attorney in place

Farming businesses are unique. They often combine family life, land ownership, livestock management, machinery investment, and complex financial arrangements within ...
Menopause and Family Law: Why it matters in divorce and financial settlements

Menopause and Family Law: Why it matters in divorce and financial settlements

Menopause is a natural biological transition that affects every woman, yet its implications in family law have only recently been ...
Mortgage arrears eviction – can you delay Eviction? Practical Help for Homeowners in Mortgage Arrears

Mortgage arrears eviction – can you delay Eviction? Practical Help for Homeowners in Mortgage Arrears

When a warrant for eviction is imminent, the law can give owner‑occupiers an opportunity to obtain time and an orderly ...
Nestlé – Not So Sweet

Nestlé – Not So Sweet

A recent Tribunal decision in Mr Luke Billings v Nestlé UK Ltd offers a striking reminder that even where an ...
Let There Be Light: When does loss of light become an actionable claim?

Let There Be Light: When does loss of light become an actionable claim?

Established over centuries, the legal concept of right to light exerts a considerable influence over property law and the construction ...
When Estates Stall: Understanding Delays in Probate and the Value of Independent Administration

When Estates Stall: Understanding Delays in Probate and the Value of Independent Administration

Estate Administration can be a long and complex process. Even Estates that initially appear straightforward can lose momentum due to ...
Preparing for Adulthood: Deputyship for Young People Who Lack Capacity

Preparing for Adulthood: Deputyship for Young People Who Lack Capacity

When a child who lacks mental capacity approaches their 18th birthday, families face an important legal shift. At 18, the ...
Protecting Your Commercial Edge: Understanding Restrictive Covenants in Commercial Contracts

Protecting Your Commercial Edge: Understanding Restrictive Covenants in Commercial Contracts

What would you do if a former contractor walked away with your biggest customer? In a market defined by rapid ...
Payment Pitfalls: Lessons from Vision Construct v Gypcraft

Payment Pitfalls: Lessons from Vision Construct v Gypcraft

Why payment deadlines matter in construction contracts In the world of construction contracts, timing is everything ...
From Paw Prints to Paperwork: How to make sure your pet is looked after when you’re gone

From Paw Prints to Paperwork: How to make sure your pet is looked after when you’re gone

For many of us, a pet is part of the family. When you are making a Will, it is sensible ...
Everlasting Joy for Leaseholders: The Ground Rent Cap

Everlasting Joy for Leaseholders: The Ground Rent Cap

The UK Government have finally released details on the Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill. At the heart of the Bill ...

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