Interesting Articles, Guides, and Industry News
As motor finance cases surge over hidden commission fees, the FCA steps in to manage an escalating tide of complaints.
Ever wondered how to evict tenants and obtain possession of your property? Our landlord and tenant experts, Mr Bill Dhariwal and Mr Sam Nolan provide easy to follow steps for you to follow.
If you are a leaseholder receiving service charge demands relating to cladding or a freeholder or block management company, Bill Dhariwal explores a recent decision that you should read.
Bill Dhariwal and Sam Nolan explore planned changes for landlords and tenants under the Renters Rights Bill.
With the general election upcoming, and a change of party considered to be highly likely, we thought it would be important to notify our clients, and the public in general as to how their manifesto relates to the housing sector as a whole
The Crucial Importance of a Lasting Power of Attorney: Safeguarding Your Future and Empowering Your Loved Ones
Bill Dhariwal reviews a landmark ruling by the Supreme Court relating to Japanese Knotweed damages
Bill Dhariwal considers the implications for non-doms considering their options.
What are easements over land and what are the legal implications? Navleen Gulati and Bill Dhariwal explore the relevant issues.
Tom Ayling, IT & Communications Manager, dives into the technology of NFC and how it is used within Lawcomm
Bill Dhariwal considers the implications of buying or holding property in a trust and identifies rules likely to be implemented.
How do you modify or discharge restrictive covenants over land? Commercial property experts Navleen Gulati and Bill Dhariwal review the relevant law and procedure.
Syed Hoque discusses the latest published guidance from HMRC regarding landlords avoiding tax
Since May 2022, estate agents have had to comply with rules set down by National Trading Standards, in respect of the information they provide on property listings.
Are you having issues with commercial tenancy renewals? Contact us now and see how we can help.
Syed Hoque writes about the new governmental plans for the property market
Bernard Arhin speaks about the new Building Safety Act that recently came into force
Here's everything you need to know in preparation for the upcoming changes to the Renters Reform Bill
There are new regulations and an updated way to complete 'Right to Rent' checks.
The Government is taking action on homes failing to meet the minimum energy rating
Homeowners may have difficulty in selling or re-mortgaging their properties if they have previously installed spray foam insulation.
Syed Hoque and Bill Dhariwal explore gaps in the Building Safety Act 2022 when it comes to lease extensions and collective enfranchisement
Kaur v The Estate of Karnail Singh and others (2023) provides an important decision regarding wills and estates.
The law of nuisance has been developed to protect a homeowners’ right to the ordinary use and enjoyment of their home
Bill Dhariwal discusses Japanese Knotweed when selling a property
David, Head of Private Client, reviews ongoing will disputes and advises how you can avoid your will from ending up in a court battle
How can I safeguard my property from fraud? Bill Dhariwal reviews the scenarios in which a homeowner is more likely to be subject to a property fraud and advises how you can protect your property from the increasing risk of property fraud.
Family Law specialist, Heather Sterling, reviews the concept of the “Common Law Spouse”. Essential reading for unmarried couples who want to learn more about the safeguards they should consider when cohabiting.
Our commercial property solicitors outline the new safety regime for residential and mixed-use buildings
Bill Dhariwal discusses Money Laundering checks, proof documents and why it is necessary
Our wills and probate solicitors consider some of the legal steps you should think about if you have been diagnosed with a life-limiting illness.
From 1st August 2022, overseas entities transacting property or land in the UK must register with Companies House and provide more information about their beneficial owners.
Our commercial property solicitor explains how to deal with a restrictive covenant and ensure your development is not derailed.
Bill Dhariwal, Head of Litigation, analyses upcoming reforms of residential landlord and tenant law.
Sarah Lightfoot-Webber reviews if a clean break after a divorce is possible, what the advantages are and how the right to ongoing spousal maintenance can be dealt with.
Sarah Lightfoot-Webber discusses what it means to be implacably hostile, and how you can find solutions that are in the best interests of your child
Our wills and probate solicitors discuss writing your Will online
Our commercial property solicitors explain the key issues when negotiating an access agreement for a commercial property
Landlords now have more options to recover rent arrears from tenants with three major restrictions in favour of tenants now removed.
Our wills and probate solicitors explain secret trusts and how they might be used in making a will.
We have been providing expert ILA services on a nationwide basis for a significant number of years.
Our wills and probate solicitors highlight issues to discuss with you solicitor before they can draft your financial lasting powers of attorney.
Our family law solicitors outline the approach to resolving a family dispute over choice of school
Making a will is an important part of lifetime legal planning, but do you need to put all your wishes in your will?
Our family law solicitors take a look at why you may need an urgent freezing injunction to prevent assets disappearing.
Get Ready for Binding Arbitration
Our family law solicitors look at how private businesses are valued and dealt with in divorce.
Learn more about Staircasing and what it means for you
Details of the new regulations coming into force on the 1st October 2021
Our personal injury solicitors are experts in helping you make a claim for a cycling accident.
Do you have permission to sell on the open market?
The Charter for Social Housing: Social Housing White Paper was published on 17 November 2020.
David Roper explains the most common mistakes made by executors and how to avoid them.
With an increase in the ‘boomerang’ generation, Sarah Lightfoot-Webber looks at the rights of adult children living at home during a divorce
It was not going to be long before media reports of the inevitable online abuse of Messrs. Rashford, Sancho and Saka surfaced.
Article outlining the whiplash reforms which are due to come into force on 31 May 2021 and what they mean for road traffic accident victims seeking compensation
Sarah Lightfoot-Webber explains what additional considerations need to be taken if you are considering finalising your divorce before the matrimonial home is sold.
Our wills and probate solicitors explain the different legal rights afforded to married couples, civil partners and couples who are cohabiting
Behind every Business Interruption Insurance (“BII”) claim is a very human story...
Our family lawyers discuss the rights for same sex couples and their children following separation or divorce
According to the Health and Safety Executive there are 1.6 million workers in Great Britain suffering from work-related ill health.
Sarah Lightfoot-Webber takes a look at what to prepare before attending your first family mediation session.
“Watt” landlords should consider in light of the upcoming requirements coming into effect on 1 April 2021.
The commercial eviction ban has been extended until 30 June 2021.
Family lawyer Sarah Lightfoot-Webber looks at the considerations when signing a Pre-Nuptial Agreement.
Cladding: Since the Grenfell Tower fire, the regulations surrounding fire safety, particularly regards cladding, have changed. Sian Meredith explores how these regulations could affect leaseholders and building owners.
Reservation agreements (also known as lock out or exclusivity agreements) are being touted by government and various commentators in the property industry as an essential requirement in the house buying and selling process in order to add greater certainty and reduce abortive transactions.
Our personal injury solicitors explain how they can help you get compensation if you were injured on a construction site.
Sarah Lightfoot-Webber takes a look at why you may benefit from issuing divorce proceedings prior to the UK’s exit from the EU on 31 December 2020.
Our family lawyers look at how a spouse’s future earning capacity is treated in divorce.
The scheme will be ending on 1st February 2021 and your claim for a refund must be made by then.
Residential Landlord and Tenant Update – October 2020
Our civil litigation lawyers outline the process private residential landlords must now go through to regain possession of their property due to new Covid-19 rules
The legal professional press and on-line “twitterati” have been vociferous recently about the attitude of banks and financial institutions when one of their customers has died.
A blog which discusses your options if a dispute arises between you and your relative’s attorney, including the issuing of court proceedings to have them forcibly removed from their post
Sarah Lightfoot-Webber takes a look at how to decide and agree what time you and your former partner spend with the children.
On 08 September 2020 Housing Secretary, Robert Jenrick, made further announcements in respect of the government’s proposed investment into affordable housing.
New guidance has been Released in Relation to Residential Possession Proceedings
The leasehold homes scandal intensifies as CMA pursues enforcement action against private housing developers
"One donor has the potential to donate up to nine organs"
Our Wills and probate solicitors guide you through the key considerations relating to property when making a Will
New Notice Periods after 29 August 2020
Can landlords now proceed with court action?
Sarah Lightfoot-Webber takes a look at cross-border divorces within the UK in light of the recent Supreme Court decision of Villiers v Villiers [2020]
One of the things the Covid-19 pandemic has highlighted is how out of date are many of our laws and the way we practice them, and how inconvenient they are during a pandemic when we have to socially distance ourselves.
Digital signatures appear to be a work in progress with further modification likely.
The new equity loan scheme is available to first time buyers only and it will run for two years (1 April 2021 – 31 March 2023).
Bill Dhariwal asks whether, in view of a recent change in the law, landlords and letting agents must cease refusing to let properties to “DSS” tenants
Delivery driver accidents in the pandemic
What're the impacts of Estate Rentcharges on conveyancing transactions?
Your Questions Answered!
Sarah Lightfoot-Webber looks at how we can help you with spousal and child maintenance variations during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Divorce, Dissolution and Separation Bill has now received Royal Assent, but what does that mean for you?
The government has further extended the restrictions on the ability of landlords to recover rent arrears from commercial tenants under business leases.
We explain the importance of making a new Will after your loved one’s death, to protect your financial position now and provide for your loved ones on your own passing.
Sarah Lightfoot-Webber looks at how we can continue to help you achieve financial separation from your spouse during the pandemic.
The government’s furlough scheme has been extended from 01 July 2020.
Why are Non-UK Residents Buying Property in the UK?
Covid-19 – A Quick Guide for Residential Property Landlords and Letting Agents
Commercial Rent Recovery – options for commercial landlords during Covid-19
