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What should I do, I have received a letter from social services in respect of my children?
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What should I do, I have received a letter from social services in respect of my children?

Posted on 17th April 2020 in Family Law

It is likely to be extremely worrying if you receive a letter from children’s social services headed “Letter before Proceedings”.
Mark Williams

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Mark Williams

Partner and Solicitor
How to file a caveat and stop probate
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How to file a caveat and stop probate

Posted on 16th April 2020 in Dispute Resolution

In most cases, a Grant of Probate is required for the estate to be dealt with and administered. Without the Grant of Probate, an executor will not be able to sell any property which belongs to the deceased, nor will they have the authority to deal with the estate’s assets.
Martin Laver

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Martin Laver

Partner and Solicitor
What is the updated Statement of Truth?
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What is the updated Statement of Truth?

Posted on 09th April 2020 in Affordable Housing

Just a quick (non coronavirus) update to say that from 6 April 2020, the statement of truth which must accompany any statement of case (sometimes called a “pleading”) or witness statement should now state:-
Stephen Burtchaell

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Stephen Burtchaell

Partner and Solicitor
Are emails to customers about coronavirus a marketing communication?
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Are emails to customers about coronavirus a marketing communication?

Posted on 08th April 2020 in Intellectual Property, Coronavirus Pandemic

Businesses justifiably want to let people know that they are still open. However, an email to their entire database should be viewed with caution because it risks breaking the law on email marketing.
Jill Headford

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Jill Headford

Partner and Solicitor
Employees working from home
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Employees working from home

Posted on 06th April 2020 in Employment, Coronavirus Pandemic

The number of employees working from home has increased significantly following government advice to avoid unnecessary travel and to encourage employees to work from home where possible.
Joanna Parry

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Joanna Parry

Associate and Solicitor
Opportunities and challenges for social housing into 2021
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Opportunities and challenges for social housing into 2021

Posted on 06th April 2020 in Affordable Housing, Coronavirus Pandemic

With Coronavirus obviously taking the main spotlight for most of 2020, as well as continued debate over Brexit, financial and political uncertainty and the climate, there has only recently been a focus on residential and social housing issues across the country.
Stephen Burtchaell

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Stephen Burtchaell

Partner and Solicitor
What is the right to light easement?
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What is the right to light easement?

Posted on 06th April 2020 in Affordable Housing

The right to light is an easement that gives a landowner the right to receive light in buildings on their land.
Stephen Burtchaell

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Stephen Burtchaell

Partner and Solicitor
Can a charity use restricted funds for additional funding?
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Can a charity use restricted funds for additional funding?

Posted on 27th March 2020 in Charities and Social Enterprise, Coronavirus Pandemic

Many charities are in desperate need of alternative sources of funding to maintain vital services to beneficiaries whilst the coronavirus crisis continues.
James Evans

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James Evans

Partner and Solicitor
What is the reality of adverse possession and squatter’s rights?
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What is the reality of adverse possession and squatter’s rights?

Posted on 25th March 2020 in Residential Property

A concern for a property owner with vacant land and buildings is the possibility of third parties taking up residency on that land or within a building.
Nick Conner

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Nick Conner

Partner and Solicitor
Guide to intestacy
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Guide to intestacy

Posted on 24th March 2020 in Dispute Resolution

The intestacy rules will take effect where an individual dies without a valid Will in place.
Martin Laver

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Martin Laver

Partner and Solicitor
What should be included in an allotment agreement?
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What should be included in an allotment agreement?

Posted on 19th March 2020 in Rural Property & Countryside Matters

With increased interest in gardening, healthy living and with many modern homes having only a pocket handkerchief of a garden, allotments are gaining in popularity.
Vernon Clarke

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Vernon Clarke

Partner and Solicitor
Special Guardianship Orders
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Special Guardianship Orders

Posted on 17th March 2020 in Family Law

We are often asked to advise relatives particularly Grandparents about “Special Guardianship Orders” but what are these orders and why would you need one?