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.

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?

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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?