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The Benefits of the Collaborative Approach to Family Law Disputes

What Claims Do Unmarried Couples Have On Separation?

If you are looking to find out what claims do unmarried couples have on separation, then please read this article below: Claims under Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 The law…

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Why Clear Communication is Important in Your Conveyance

Cut the Jargon When it comes to property law, it’s easy for clients to be intimidated by the language used. What is a freeholder? What is the title? What is the Transfer of Equity?…

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Statutory Legacy Increase

With effect from 26 July 2023 the Statutory legacy has increased from £270,000 to £322,000.  This is the amount that passes to a surviving spouse where the deceased leaves children and does not leave…

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Divorce Solicitors Sussex

3 Reasons Why You Need to Update / Make Your Will if You are Divorcing

In Divorce, there are so many things to think about and it is easy to go through the process without considering your Will. Many people think, ‘I’ll change my Will after the Divorce is…

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What Types of Orders can the Court make in Respect of Children?

We often receive enquiries regarding how solicitors can help with issues relating to children when relationships break down. If you are finding it difficult to agree on issues relating to children we encourage you…

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Good News From The Probate Registry

There is good news for those awaiting probate. There has been a recruitment drive at His Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) and with training of new staff now complete, it is hoped the…

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Who Let The Dogs In!

Animal lovers rejoiced this month with the Renters (Reform) Bill. For thousands of people, having to contend with high rents and scant accommodation, add having a pet to the mix and you are hardly…

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Inheritance Tax and The Law

Thinking about dodging inheritance tax duties by making gifts to your children? Watch out! Families have been stung by an HMRC ‘raid’ over the past five years which has hauled in an eye-watering total…

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Do Not Resuscitate

  In a recent article by the BBC, the issue of the use of DNR (do not resuscitate) forms as an excuse not to provide life-saving care has been an eye-opener for many, particularly those…

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Is Mediation a Must?

There are proposed plans to force separating couples to negotiate their divorce first by mediation. The proposals aim to relieve pressure on the family court backlog as well as to promote a more amicable…

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