What is probate and when would I need it? When somebody dies, sometimes it is necessary for you to apply for a grant of representation to be able to deal with the deceased’s assets – this is known as applying for probate. Whether ...
When advising small to medium size businesses, it is common for such businesses not to realise how much employment legislation is based around the appropriate procedure having taken place. It is not just the reason why you do ...
When making your will you need to appoint at least one executor who will be responsible for the important task of dealing with your estate on your death. Deciding who to appoint is one of the most important decisions you will ever ...
The recent case of Bermondsey Exchange Freeholders Ltd v Koumetto (unreported) in the Central London County Court serves as a useful reminder of the potential risks of certain leasehold properties being listed on Airbnb and other ...
Treating someone less favourably because of their disability is prohibited under the Equality Act 2010. Under the Equality Act “discrimination arising from disability” occurs where both: A treats B unfavourably because of ...
You may have seen in the press recently that Aretha Franklin died without leaving a Will. One can only speculate as to the problems this may cause for those she leaves behind as they seek to distribute her estate, estimated to be in ...
Under the Equality Act it is unlawful to discriminate, harass or victimise workers or job applicants on the grounds of their religion, religious belief or philosophical belief. “Religion or belief” is a protected ...
Our Starter Pack is ideal if you are employing your first employee or you want to update your contracts of employment. The pack gives you the basic HR and legal documentation you will need for employing your first employee and all at a ...
Japanese knotweed is a fast-growing, invasive plant that spreads easily and requires careful management to control. The root of the plant can cause significant property damage if it takes hold and can be difficult to eradicate. If ...
By Tim Melville-Walker – Head of Family Department The Supreme Court has just decided the case of Mr and Mrs Owens – https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hereford-worcester-44949856 and press reports are suggesting that ...
The press are very much focusing upon the “meal ticket” headline but the case of Mills -v- Mills does show that a party paying maintenance (often the husband) is not expected to compensate for poor financial decisions by the recipient. ...
In 2017 new rules were introduced to allow home owners to a claim an additional allowance to reduce their Inheritance Tax (or IHT) liability. This news came as a welcome relief to many homeowners wishing to pass their most prized ...