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How to Prepare Your Paperwork When Selling a House

Posted on 16th July 2024 in Residential Property

There's a lot to think about when selling a house. This includes making sure you prepare all the necessary paperwork for your potential buyers, such as completing a property information form and providing details on elements such as fixtures and contents.  We look at what documents are required and when, so you can best mitigate any issues with your sale.

Posted by

Nick Conner

Partner and Solicitor

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General Election 2024: What Are the Implications on Freelancers and Self-Employed Workers?

Posted on 15th July 2024 in Intellectual Property, Employment

The Labour Party has won the 2024 UK general election with a landslide majority following a 14-year Conservative Party rule, marking a new chapter. What’s next for the party and what are the potential implications on freelancers and self-employed workers?

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Jessica Whittick

Solicitor

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Parliamentary Committee Releases Final Comment on UK Probate Service

Posted on 15th July 2024 in Probate & Wills, Later Life Planning

The Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) has recently reported that, along with most other parliamentary committees, the probate service inquiry conducted by the House of Commons justice select committee was disbanded at the dissolution of Parliament on 30 May 2024.

Posted by

Sue Halfyard

Partner & Chartered Legal Executive

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Compensation and Unfitness for Human Habitation – Recent County Court Decisions

Posted on 11th July 2024 in Affordable Housing

There have been 3 recent county court decisions where tenants have been awarded the equivalent of 90 – 100% of their rent in compensation, where their properties were found unfit for human habitation.

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New Rights for Tenants to Access Information

Posted on 11th July 2024 in Affordable Housing

A consultation has been launched regarding the implementation of the Social Tenant Access to Information Requirements (STAIRs).

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Trade Mark Infringement and Director Liability: Recent Court Decision

Posted on 08th July 2024 in Intellectual Property

The UK’s highest Court has ruled that directors of companies that infringe trade marks can only be held personally liable as an accessory to that infringement if they know that what their company was doing amounted to trade mark infringement.

Posted by

Jessica Whittick

Solicitor

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Leaving Gifts to Charity in Your Will: Recent Case Update

Posted on 04th July 2024 in Probate & Wills, Later Life Planning

A recent High Court case has highlighted the need for clarity when leaving gifts to charities in Wills.

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Trusts of Land Claims (TLATA) - What Is the TLATA Claim Process?

Posted on 01st July 2024 in Dispute Resolution

The Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 (‘TLATA’) gives the Court power to resolve disputes about ownership of a property, or land. These disputes commonly arise between cohabiting couples but may also be between friends and family members.

Posted by

Jack Matthews

Trainee Solicitor

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Brewing Justice: Dark Sky Brewery Triumphs over SKYY Vodka in Trade Mark Battle

Posted on 27th June 2024 in Intellectual Property, Dispute Resolution

In a David and Goliath legal showdown, Dark Sky Brewery Ltd (‘DSB’) has emerged victorious in a trade mark battle against spirits giant Campari America LLC (‘Campari’) where the IPO confirmed that beer is not in fact vodka.

Posted by

Jessica Whittick

Solicitor

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Increase to Civil Court Fees

Posted on 27th June 2024 in Affordable Housing

As of 1 May 2024, certain Civil Court fees have increased.

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How Can You Tell if Your Spouse Holds Crypto Assets?

Posted on 27th June 2024 in Family Law

Both parties must be open and honest in disclosing their financial positions on divorce and this will include crypto assets.

Posted by

Aimee Aspinall

Senior Associate & Solicitor

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Are 'wealth tax' changes on the table after the election?

Posted on 26th June 2024 in Probate & Wills, Later Life Planning

As the General Election approaches and polls indicate a strong Labour advantage, there is a lot of speculation about the implications of a new government for the UK, especially in terms of tax policies. If Labour do secure a victory, what is the likelihood of reforms to Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax?

Posted by

Gráinne Staunton

Partner & Solicitor