Buying a new build home offers several benefits including a fresh canvas to build your dream home, a chain free purchase and a new build warranty. However, there are also checks that need to be carried out that are specific to a new build purchase. It is...
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If you are buying a home with the assistance of a mortgage searches are mandatory. Conversely cash buyers can proceed without them – but in our view it would be ill advised to do so – despite the temptation to expedite what can appear a...
When did the Act become law? The Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act received Royal Assent on 24 th May 2024 with sections going “live” two months later and others to become effective in the next Parliamentary term. What is the purpose of...
Helen Cojeen, our Head of the Child Care Department, recently gave the first of a number of Lectures on Care Proceedings to students at Canterbury Christ Church University. This was a part of a series of lectures to be given by...
There is no legal obligation for a Will to be drafted or witnessed by a solicitor, or other specialist lawyer. It is possible to make it yourself, but when you consider the size of your potential estate and the importance of your wishes being accurately...
The term ‘Probate’ refers to the process of dealing with the administration of a deceased individual’s estate. It is quite literally the Latin word for ‘prove’, which makes sense, as the definition of Probate means you’ll...
The new government is hoping to bring in legislation concentrating on improving the nation’s mental health and their well-being. What with the now distant lockdowns, enforced absences from school and social media pressures our children especially have...
At the time of writing, the new Government is seeking to negotiate very turbulent domestic waters. Fittingly, included within the King’s speech detailing the intended new laws to hit the statute books provision has been made for a new Crime &...
Around 20 intrepid staff members recently committed themselves to finishing the “ Nuts Challenge ” Obstacle Race on the 7th September 2024 in Dorking, Surrey. They completed the gruelling7km obstacle course to help raise ...
“It’s good to talk”………Why Mediation in Civil Disputes should increasingly be your first resort, rather than your last. What is Mediation? As you may know, Mediation is a voluntary and confidential form of...
Introduction. Many people find it uncomfortable to think about making a Lasting Power of Attorney, despite it being something that should provide you, your family and friends real peace of mind. In reality, the best time to make a Lasting Power of...
Helen Cojeen a Senior Solicitor and Head of the Child Care Department at Kingsfords Solicitors Limited, recently instructed Counsel to appear in the Court of Appeal when successfully appealing against an earlier decision of a local judge, HHJ Scarratt, who...
The implications of Sainsbury's Supermarkets Ltd v Medley Assets Ltd [2024] Background This recently reported case places back into focus the fact that the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954 has been drawing it’s pension for some years now and...
Introduction Nobody likes to think about making a will, despite it being something that we all should act on. Around one in three people do not have a will, meaning that upon your death you are considered “intestate”. This is far from...
Background A review of the basis for determining financial remedies upon divorce, or the ending of a civil partnership, is currently being undertaken by the Law Commission. Some would say that it is has been a long time coming as the law for reaching...
Property transactions can often be complicated and require the expertise of an experienced conveyancer to provide guidance and support. However, we believe it is also important for potential homebuyers and sellers to have a comprehensive understanding of the...
What is Equity Release? If you are a home-owner, you can access some of the money invested in your home without having to move in one of 2 ways:- Lifetime Mortgage. This acts like a normal mortgage, being a loan secured against the value of your home....
Background A family bakery business in North Wales, employing nearly 1000 employees over its 4 sites has recently been found to have discriminated against an employee under Section 15 of the Equality Act 2010 . This section specifically relates to...
You may have ran into the new buzz phrase in the conveyancing world known as “On-line Conveyancing”, a process where the legal tasks involved are handled purely over the phone or on-line. In an increasingly busy world, this may seem an...
As Parliament is dissolved pre-election – what happens to legislation in the process of being put on the Statute Books? A snap election has been called with all eyes on the upcoming debates – leaving little time for the government’s...
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