Changes to Capital Gains Tax treatment upon divorce
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From 06 April 2023 the rules surrounding Capital Gains Tax (CGT) treatment upon divorce are changing. Learn how these changes may affect your financial settlement on divorce or dissolution of a civil partnership, and whether you may benefit from the changes.
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Court of Protection and coronavirus: how we can work together to support our clients
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This update has been prepared as a summary of some of the key pieces of guidance and changes to legislation as at 3 April 2020 that will affect community care and welfare Court of Protection (COP) practice.
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This information is intended for families of clients where a solicitor from this firm is acting as the Court of Protection appointed deputy for that client. We have provided information about how we charge for applying to the Court of Protection to be appointed as deputy and for the ongoing administration of the client’s financial affairs.
Employer’s duty of care during the coronavirus crisis
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If the current lockdown extends much further, homeworking may require a health and safety analysis. From one’s workstation to the need for regular breaks, employees will be advised on how to avoid risks.
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Farmers need to get their affairs in order after Brexit changes
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Farmers are being urged to ensure they have up-to-date succession plans in place following the start of the Agricultural Transition Plan which came into being after the UK’s departure from the EU
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Clarke Willmott represented farmer Andrew Guest in a significant High Court inheritance case. Aside from being a significant decision in this area of law, the case highlights the need for those involved in or contemplating bringing inheritance disputes to get expert legal advice as soon as possible.
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