Author: Admin

• Mortgage Rate War: Why Now Could Be Time to Move
  Posted on July 12, 2026 by Admin
  Nationwide cut its mortgage rates for the third time in a month last week. Yorkshire Building Society went one better, cutting twice in a single week. Across the market, fixed rates fell by as much as 0.26% in just seven days as lenders scrambled to undercut one another. If you've been sitting on the fence about moving house or remortgaging, this is the kind of week that should get your attention.
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• Pension Inheritance Tax Changes: Executors Beware
  Posted on July 10, 2026 by Admin
  New HMRC guidance published this week has laid bare just how complicated the government's plan to bring pensions into inheritance tax actually is — prompting solicitors to warn of "chaos" for the executors who will have to make it work. From 6 April 2027, most unused pension funds and death benefits will count towards the value of your estate for inheritance tax purposes for the first time. If you're likely to be named as an executor for a family member, or you're planning your own estate, this is a change worth understanding well before it takes effect.
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• Stamp Duty Reform: Could It Unlock Your Move?
  Posted on July 10, 2026 by Admin
  A new Housing Mobility Report published this week found that 28% of owner-occupiers who've delayed a house move named stamp duty as the main reason. According to the report's authors, scrapping the tax altogether could bring more than 300,000 homes onto the market within a year — and over 750,000 within three. A cross-party Parliamentary committee is now pushing the government to launch a formal consultation on alternatives to stamp duty before the end of 2026.
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• Probate Fees Rise 75% From 13 July: What It Means
  Posted on July 9, 2026 by Admin
  From 13 July 2026, the fee to apply for a grant of probate in England and Wales rises from £300 to £526 — a jump of more than 75% in a single change. If you're currently gathering paperwork to apply for probate, or expect to be handling a loved one's estate in the coming weeks, the date on your application could make a real difference to what you pay.
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• Divorce Costs Rise as Family Court Fees Increase
  Posted on July 8, 2026 by Admin
  From 13 July 2026, the fee for filing a court document rises by 27%, from £11 to £14. It sounds like a small change, but for anyone going through divorce proceedings, it's one more cost on top of a family court system where the average wait from application to final financial order has stretched to 74 weeks — well over a year. If you're separating, or already mid-proceedings, the combination of rising fees and lengthening waits is worth understanding now.
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• Living Together: Is the Law Finally Catching Up?
  Posted on June 11, 2026 by Admin
  If you’re living with your partner but haven't tied the knot, you’ve probably heard the term common law marriage.’ It’s a phrase that gets thrown around a lot, usually with the assumption that after a few years of sharing a kettle and a mortgage, you have the same legal rights as a married couple.
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• What happens when a sibling contests a parent's Will?
  Posted on June 8, 2026 by Admin
  Losing a parent is hard enough. The last thing you need is a family argument on top of it. But sadly, it happens. Grief can bring out sides of people you have never seen before, and when a will does not divide things the way a sibling expected, things can turn difficult very quickly.
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  Posted in: wills and probate
• Why More Divorcing Couples Are Fighting Over Finances in the UK
  Posted on May 21, 2026 by Admin
  With the introduction of no-fault divorces in April 2022, divorce proceedings were made quicker and easier. However, financial disputes between separating spouses have been rising sharply, with 49,067 financial remedy applications being made nationwide in 2025, an increase of 8% on 2024 and a 15-year high. The number of financial remedy disposals (46,651) was similar to 2024 levels.
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  Posted in: familylaw
• Buying a Home This Spring? 7 Conveyancing Mistakes That Could Delay Your Move
  Posted on April 15, 2026 by Admin
  When it comes to purchasing property in the UK, spring is traditionally the busiest season. After a quiet winter, potential buyers take advantage of the longer daylight hours to search for their new homes, and the favourable weather, combined with improved property aesthetics and the desire to align with the school calendar, make for a busy April to June.
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  Posted in: conveyancing
• How to manage Inheritance Disputes: Your Complete Step-by-Step Guide
  Posted on March 18, 2026 by Admin
  Inheritance disputes can cause a great deal of distress for families at an already emotionally vulnerable time, potentially leading to unresolved grief and long-standing resentments. Unfortunately, these types of disagreement are becoming more common, due to longer life expectancy, complex modern family structures (blended families), and increased property wealth.
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• Do You Need Probate if There is a Will?
  Posted on February 23, 2026 by Admin
  Probate – the legal right to manage someone’s assets after they die – and a will – a legal declaration of a person’s wishes regarding their estate after death – are separate, but closely linked, entities. You may assume that probate isn’t needed if there’s a will in place, but a will doesn’t necessarily mean that an estate doesn’t need to go through the probate process.
  Read on to discover the differences between these two legal documents, as well as the time scales for probate, how to avoid it, and when it’s necessary, even if there’s a will.
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  Posted in: probate
• Lasting Power of Attorney vs Will: What’s the Difference and Do You Need Both?
  Posted on January 21, 2026 by Admin
  It’s a common misconception that if you have a will in place, you don’t need a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). However, a will only takes effect after your death, whereas an LPA protects you during your lifetime.
  If you fall ill or suffer an injury that means you’re unable to make health and financial decisions for yourself, no-one – not even your family – can step in, but an LPA allows you to appoint trusted individuals to make those all-important decisions on your behalf.
  This article explores the differences between wills and LPAs, including when each takes effect and how each relates to healthcare and finances. Read on to determine why a will alone is not enough.
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  Posted in: wills and probate
• Understanding Your New Tenant Rights in England – Renters’ Rights Act 2025 & Awaab’s Law
  Posted on November 20, 2025 by Admin
• 5 Common Conveyancing Challenges and How to Avoid Them in 2026
  Posted on October 31, 2025 by Admin
• Probate Delays: How to Speed Up Your Probate Application
  Posted on August 22, 2025 by Admin
• The Essential Legal Checklist for Starting a New Business
  Posted on July 10, 2025 by Admin
• Why You Need a Solicitor When Buying a Business
  Posted on June 9, 2025 by Admin
• 5 Key Services Offered by Family Law Solicitors
  Posted on May 22, 2025 by Admin
• Understanding the Litigation Process: A Step-by-Step Guide
  Posted on April 29, 2025 by Admin
• What does the change in stamp duty land tax from 1st April 2025 mean for a buyer?
  Posted on March 18, 2025 by Admin
• Why should you write a Will?
  Posted on February 19, 2025 by Admin
• A Guide to Financial Asset Searches and How they Simplify Asset Discovery
  Posted on January 21, 2025 by Admin
• Eligibility and Process of Divorce in the UK: 2025 Guide
  Posted on January 15, 2025 by Admin
• Common Types of Business Disputes and How a Business Dispute Solicitor Can Resolve Them
  Posted on November 21, 2024 by Admin
• Family Disputes and Mediation: A Guide to Resolving Family Conflicts
  Posted on September 25, 2024 by Admin
• Is the Leasehold Being Abolished in the UK, and What are the Recent Reforms?
  Posted on August 23, 2024 by Admin
• A quick guide to being an executor of a will
  Posted on July 18, 2024 by Admin
• What is the title deed, and what is the importance of the title deed?
  Posted on July 17, 2024 by Admin
• First-Time Buyers Guide
  Posted on June 25, 2024 by Admin
• Your Guide to Funeral Arrangements
  Posted on June 21, 2024 by Admin
• Embracing Flexibility in Your Work Schedule: A Legal Perspective
  Posted on April 19, 2024 by Admin
• Expert advice on how to obtain a Prenuptial Agreement
  Posted on March 25, 2024 by Admin
• Exploring the Benefits of Using an Online Conveyancing Quote Tool
  Posted on February 13, 2024 by Admin
• Insurance company not covering claim
  Posted on February 8, 2024 by Admin
• Landlord and tenant dispute
  Posted on February 8, 2024 by Admin
• Understanding No-Fault Divorce
  Posted on December 20, 2023 by Admin
• Empowering Your Divorce Journey: Expert Guidance for a Smooth Transition
  Posted on November 24, 2023 by Admin
• What are consumer rights?
  Posted on September 11, 2023 by Admin
• Top tips for students starting University
  Posted on September 4, 2023 by Admin
• Small Claims Advice – Hospitality and Travel
  Posted on August 28, 2023 by Admin
• Small Claims Advice – Car and Vehicle Repairs
  Posted on August 21, 2023 by Admin
• Small Claims Advice – Credit Cards and Purchases
  Posted on August 7, 2023 by Admin
• 5 key factors to consider when choosing an immigration solicitor
  Posted on July 14, 2023 by Admin
• Antisocial Behaviour and its impact on Individuals and society
  Posted on June 23, 2023 by Admin
• Tenancy Agreement and its 6 Key Elements
  Posted on June 2, 2023 by Admin
• What is shared ownership?
  Posted on April 19, 2023 by Admin
• LPE1 Form- A Comprehensive Guide
  Posted on March 31, 2023 by Admin
• Do I need conveyancing solicitors?
  Posted on February 13, 2023 by Admin
• Nil rate threshold of stamp duty land tax for all purchases from £125,000 to £250,000
  Posted on February 1, 2023 by Admin
• What is probate, and how does the process work?
  Posted on November 10, 2022 by Admin
• Free Wills Month – QualitySolicitors and Barnardo’s Partnership
  Posted on October 3, 2022 by Admin
• Thinking of investing in commercial property? Here’s what you need to know
  Posted on January 6, 2022 by Admin
• Child arrangements: A guide for separated parents over the holidays
  Posted on November 8, 2021 by Admin
• Lasting Power of Attorney: Everything You Need to Know
  Posted on September 22, 2021 by Admin
• Read this blog before making a Will
  Posted on July 14, 2021 by Admin
• Do I need a solicitor for my amicable divorce?
  Posted on May 10, 2021 by Admin
• How can I see my child without going to court?
  Posted on February 1, 2021 by Admin
• How can I get my house move back on track post-lockdown?
  Posted on December 1, 2020 by Admin
• Is it possible to make a Will during the Covid-19 pandemic?
  Posted on November 4, 2020 by Admin
• Buying a leasehold property: implications and avoiding the new-build trap
  Posted on March 12, 2020 by Admin
• What you need to know about residential property taxes
  Posted on February 27, 2020 by Admin
• Commercial debt recovery: 5 steps businesses should take
  Posted on February 13, 2020 by Admin
• Domestic violence early warning signs and legal support available
  Posted on January 29, 2020 by Admin
• What to expect if your marriage is ending
  Posted on January 16, 2020 by Admin
• Child contact rights after a split
  Posted on December 19, 2019 by Admin
• What happens if you've been charged with a motoring offence
  Posted on December 12, 2019 by Admin
• Will trusts and lifetime trusts explained
  Posted on November 22, 2019 by Admin
• What benefits can I get to help with heating costs?
  Posted on November 18, 2019 by Admin
• What is a Power of Attorney?
  Posted on November 7, 2019 by Admin
• Can I protect my home from care fees?
  Posted on November 1, 2019 by Admin
• Probate step-by-step: what to do when a loved one dies
  Posted on October 28, 2019 by Admin
• Investor Guide: Should I buy a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO)?
  Posted on October 17, 2019 by Admin
• Your complete first-time buyer’s guide
  Posted on October 10, 2019 by Admin
• What to do now to move in before Christmas
  Posted on October 3, 2019 by Admin
• How much personal injury compensation can I claim?
  Posted on September 18, 2019 by Admin
• What all property owners should know about squatter’s rights
  Posted on August 22, 2019 by Admin
• How to find missing beneficiaries
  Posted on August 15, 2019 by Admin
• 5 steps to navigate summer holidays when you’re divorced
  Posted on June 26, 2019 by Admin
• Maternity and paternity rights at work for same-sex couples
  Posted on June 20, 2019 by Admin
• Tenant Fee Act 2019: what this means for tenants and landlords
  Posted on June 6, 2019 by Admin
• How to protect yourself from property fraud
  Posted on March 11, 2019 by Admin
• Five things to consider when making a will
  Posted on March 7, 2019 by Admin
• How is a Will revoked?
  Posted on February 28, 2019 by Admin
• Wills & LPAs: Planning Ahead for Peace of Mind
  Posted on February 4, 2019 by Admin
• What you need to know about nuptial agreements
  Posted on December 17, 2018 by Admin
• Aretha Franklin and the lessons we can learn about making a Will
  Posted on November 30, 2018 by Admin
• Black Friday Top Tips
  Posted on November 16, 2018 by Admin
• Plans to introduce a minimum three-year tenancy
  Posted on November 14, 2018 by Admin
• What to do if you’re being evicted
  Posted on October 18, 2018 by Admin
• Will we get no-fault divorce?
  Posted on September 28, 2018 by Admin
• What to look for in a tenancy agreement
  Posted on September 17, 2018 by Admin
• TV Attorney Syndrome
  Posted on August 14, 2018 by Admin
• Considering a buy-to-let for retirement? Read this.
  Posted on August 9, 2018 by Admin
• Read this before you buy at auction
  Posted on July 2, 2018 by Admin
• Online estate agents… mind the gap!
  Posted on June 30, 2018 by Admin
• Bank of Mum and Dad: is it better to loan, gift or go guarantor?
  Posted on June 13, 2018 by Admin
• It’s My Life: Living Wills and Health & Welfare Powers of Attorney
  Posted on June 4, 2018 by Admin
• When Should I Extend My Lease?
  Posted on May 29, 2018 by Admin
• Women in the workplace 100 years on from when they were first given the right to vote
  Posted on May 25, 2018 by Admin
• Trust me, it’s a Good Idea: The Simplicity and Power of Trusts in Wills.
  Posted on May 22, 2018 by Admin
• Litigants in Person – Are the (kid) gloves now off?
  Posted on May 11, 2018 by Admin
• The New Royal Baby and Parental Responsibility
  Posted on April 26, 2018 by Admin
• Becoming a Landlord
  Posted on April 24, 2018 by Admin
• Commercial Leases: Top Tips for Tenants
  Posted on April 17, 2018 by Admin
• Lasting powers of attorney essential for today’s lifestyle when future planning
  Posted on April 11, 2018 by Admin
• Protecting Against the Worst: Guardians in Wills
  Posted on April 9, 2018 by Admin
• A Guide to... The Right of First Refusal - Sale by Contract
  Posted on April 5, 2018 by Admin
• Building / Construction Disputes
  Posted on March 26, 2018 by Admin
• Thinking of making a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) without using a Solicitor?
  Posted on March 6, 2018 by Admin
• Brand Protection
  Posted on March 6, 2018 by Admin
• 1 in 6 First Time Buyers Get Financial Support From Parents - What You Need To Know
  Posted on March 1, 2018 by Admin
• Life as a Mother and Managing Partner of a Law Firm
  Posted on February 26, 2018 by Admin
• New licensing scheme for Houses in Multiple Occupation in Brighton and Hove
  Posted on February 15, 2018 by Admin
• No More Paper Deeds At Land Registry
  Posted on February 6, 2018 by Admin
• You pays your money, you takes your choice (or why use a local solicitor?)
  Posted on February 1, 2018 by Admin
• Keeping your house sale on track - what can you do to help?
  Posted on January 19, 2018 by Admin
• 10 REASONS TO MAKE A WILL IN 2018
  Posted on January 12, 2018 by Admin
• House prices – the rise and fall…
  Posted on January 12, 2018 by Admin
• Why you should consider purchasing a buy-to-let in Brighton & Hove
  Posted on January 9, 2018 by Admin
• Dementia - let's talk about it
  Posted on January 4, 2018 by Admin
• No more leasehold houses!
  Posted on January 2, 2018 by Admin
• Social mobility…
  Posted on December 15, 2017 by Admin
• Will your property hold its value? It’s not just about the market
  Posted on December 14, 2017 by Admin
• Gifted deposits: what you need to know…
  Posted on December 13, 2017 by Admin
• Sales to First Time Buyers Fall - But Will Recent Changes Make Property More Accessible?
  Posted on December 6, 2017 by Admin
• The “Common Law Marriage” Myth
  Posted on November 30, 2017 by Admin
• Unmarried and unprotected?
  Posted on November 27, 2017 by Admin
• No more SDLT for First Time Buyers
  Posted on November 23, 2017 by Admin
• Buying a house down south? Be prepared to pay more Stamp Duty Tax!
  Posted on November 21, 2017 by Admin
• The Future of Wills?
  Posted on November 20, 2017 by Admin
• Preparing for Christmas and beyond…
  Posted on November 13, 2017 by Admin
• Number of property sales falling through in the UK increases.
  Posted on November 9, 2017 by Admin
• Hope for the best but prepare for the worst
  Posted on November 8, 2017 by Admin
• The Potential Pitfalls of Dying Intestate
  Posted on October 30, 2017 by Admin
• Personal Injury Discount Rate U-Turn Fear
  Posted on October 26, 2017 by Admin
• A room with a view?
  Posted on October 25, 2017 by Admin
• New Pre-Action Protocol for Debt Claims
  Posted on October 18, 2017 by Admin
• Joint Tenants vs Tenants in Common
  Posted on October 17, 2017 by Admin
• Is property in the South East becoming unaffordable?
  Posted on October 13, 2017 by Admin
• Who decides if a child should be immunised?
  Posted on October 11, 2017 by Admin
• How can I avoid or reduce my inheritance tax liability in the event of my death?
  Posted on October 10, 2017 by Admin
• Higher rate stamp duty - do I need to pay it?
  Posted on October 10, 2017 by Admin
• Intellectual Property - Are you protected?
  Posted on October 5, 2017 by Admin
• House prices too high in the South East to qualify for Help to Buy bonus
  Posted on September 29, 2017 by Admin
• Give yourself the edge in a competitive housing market
  Posted on September 27, 2017 by Admin
• Divorce & separation – which resolution works for you?
  Posted on September 14, 2017 by Admin
• Inheritance Tax: should it be scrapped or kept?
  Posted on September 12, 2017 by Admin
• Brighton gets geared up for greener travel with city-wide bike share scheme
  Posted on September 11, 2017 by Admin
• To Mediate or not to Mediate......
  Posted on August 1, 2017 by Admin
• Property fraud & why we need your ID
  Posted on July 13, 2017 by Admin