UPDATE – Probate fees increase scrapped
Following months of uncertainty, the Government has announced that it will not be increasing probate application fees in 2020. The fees will remain at £155 for solicitor [READ MORE]
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12, 2019
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03, 2018
The Ministry of Justice reports increase in Employment Tribunal claims following the decision to abolish fees
The Ministry of Justice reports increase in Employment Tribunal claims following the decision to abolish fees. Following the Supreme Court’s decision in July 2017 to abolish Employment [READ MORE]
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11, 2017
Stamp Duty relief for first-time buyers
In its Autumn 2017 Budget, the Government has provided relief for first-time property buyers with the aim of reducing the upfront costs of a property purchase and [READ MORE]
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07, 2017
Supreme Court Ruling on Employment Tribunal Fees
This morning’s anticipated landmark ruling by the Supreme Court has ordered the Government to repay up to £32 million to Claimants after finding that the introduction of [READ MORE]
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07, 2017
We’re all going on a summer holiday, or are we?
The summer is nearly upon us and no doubt many of you are thinking about your holiday plans. However, if you are separated or divorced from the [READ MORE]
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07, 2017
Can I re-open my financial settlement if my ex-husband/wife was dishonest?
Sadly, it is all too common for one party after a divorce to find out that their ex-spouse has not been completely honest about their financial position [READ MORE]
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05, 2016
Grandparents’ rights to see their grandchildren
This is an interesting and often misunderstood aspect of family law and this blog is intended to clarify the position a little. Do grandparents have a legal [READ MORE]
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05, 2016
But I contributed more!
It is easy to understand that when a relationship comes to an end, the financial input of the other spouse may become a significant focus in the [READ MORE]
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05, 2016
What do I do about joint property if I separate from my partner/spouse?
We regularly advise clients on the issue of joint property and how it is owned. This blog is intended to offer some guidance to joint property owners when [READ MORE]
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05, 2016
Consent Orders
Many people are not aware that although concluding a divorce may formally end a marriage, it does not bring financial claims between spouses to an end. Often [READ MORE]
