Jul 29, 2020 | Court, Dispute, Information, Litigation, News
If you find yourself involved in a dispute – over a will, with a neighbour over boundaries, or with tradespeople over poor work – you may wish to consult a solicitor but be put off by the costs involved or by the demands that taking action will place on your time and...
Jul 22, 2020 | Information, News, Wills
In 2017 we wrote about the Ilott v Mitson case, where the Supreme Court upheld a claim against an estate brought by the long-estranged daughter of the deceased. It was widely predicted that the number of such cases would increase, and this has come about. Today came...
Jul 17, 2020 | Covid19, Information, News
Ahead of the new requirements to wear face covering, we have made provisions to ensure that the safety of all visitors and staff can be maintained whilst still providing our services. As from 15th July 2020, we have asked all visitors to wear face covering when...
Jul 15, 2020 | Divorce, Family Law, Information, News
As from Autumn of 2021, the divorce laws will change and ‘no-fault divorce’ will be introduced. This would be the first change in divorce laws for nearly 50 years. The current position in England & Wales is that there is only one ground for divorce and that is...
Jul 8, 2020 | Education, Education Law, EHC Plan, Information, News, SEND, SEND Tribunal, Special Educational Needs and Disability
The return of normality to schools – or not – is much in the news. Despite the uncertainty the work of the Special Educational Needs and Disability (SEND) Tribunal continues as far as possible as usual. Local authorities are still expected to respond to requests for...
Jul 1, 2020 | Assured Shorthold Tenancy, Information, News, property law, Residential Landlord, Residential Property, Tenant
When creating an Assured Shorthold Tenancy of a residential property the Landlord needs to provide specified information to the Tenant. Where applicable, this would include a current gas safety certificate. Where particular requirements apply but were not followed...
