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Our legal news blog is written by our team of professional lawyers, giving you expert advice on a range of legal topics, from property to probate and more.

What does quiet enjoyment of property mean?

Dealing with a difficult or disruptive landlord or nuisance neighbours can be stressful and upsetting. If your landlord is intruding [...]
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How do I find out what restrictive covenants are on my property?

Restrictive covenants set out certain limitations in the way in which a property can be used. For example, building on [...]
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Right of way property owner rights

If you are a property owner or you are thinking of buying a property, you may have questions about rights [...]
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How do you prove you have Power of Attorney?

A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) is a legal document giving someone the authority to manage another’s affairs, should the [...]
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How to Activate a Power of Attorney UK

If you have been appointed as someone’s attorney, the time may come when you need to start helping them with [...]
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What happens if you don’t have Power of Attorney?

If someone loses mental capacity and is no longer able to manage their affairs, a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) [...]
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