Separating from your partner can be a difficult and stressful time. There will be a lot to sort out, including what should happen to the family home. So, what is the legal position in respect of the family home where the parties are unmarried?
It is often wrongly assumed that the grant of planning permission removes any further barriers from development progress. One must also consider the impact of any restrictive covenants on the […]
If you have separated or are thinking about separating from your spouse or partner, one of your biggest worries is likely to be the impact this will have on your […]
In the UK, Will writing is an unregulated profession which means that anybody can write a Will. There are many Will Writing companies selling Wills and Powers of Attorney. So […]
When you are looking to buy a home, most people know the basic differences between freehold and leasehold. You are aware that with leasehold properties you pay an annual service […]
Commercial landlords looking to rent out their property can do so in a number of ways. Deciding the best means of renting out your property will depend on the circumstances […]
An increasing number of people choose to cohabit rather than marry. Worryingly a number of these people mistakenly believe that ‘common law marriages’ do exist. The Common Law Myth is […]
Help to Buy schemes have been around for a number of years. These allow you to put down a reduced deposit, generally 5%. And also receive a contribution toward the […]
Every eligible employee has a statutory right not to be unfairly dismissed pursuant to section 94 of the Employment Rights Act 1996. It is important the employer has a good […]
If you are an existing business owner who operates from leased business premises, then you should be only too aware of the extent of your repairing obligations under your lease. […]
As you may be aware, when couples separate, they cannot instruct one family lawyer to assist them reach an agreement. If couples wish to seek legal advice following separation, they […]
In a recent case involving an elderly couple found dead in their home. A little known legal rule centering around who died first has resulted in the wife’s daughter taking […]
