While taking time, careful consideration and expert advice is the preferred way to record a will, sometimes the need to act quickly in order to change or obtain a person’s final wishes arises and this can cause issues for both the family and the solicitor involved.
Written by
Paul Davies
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Wills, inheritance tax and adult children living at home
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David Maddock
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Landowners who privately rent properties are being urged to act now before new legislation is introduced which will make it more difficult to evict tenants.
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Are your business terms and conditions sufficient?
Commercial contracts and agreements
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Most businesses are being severely disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic. Once immediate concerns are resolved, many businesses may find they have more time on their hands to focus inwards on the internal policies and the contractual terms on which they operate.
Written by
Chidem Aliss
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Amy Peacey
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Can an employer withdraw an offer of employment once made?
Employment
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An offer of employment can be withdrawn at any time before it has been accepted by the employee without having to give notice or make a payment in lieu of notice.
Written by
Sharon Latham
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Can Labour deliver more agricultural mutuals & co-operatives?
Agriculture
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With a new Government crossing the threshold at Number Ten this week, head of our agricultural sector, Esther Woolford, discusses how Labour will make their pledge to double the number of agricultural co-operatives and mutuals a reality.
Written by
Tom Potts
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Lawyers at national law firm Clarke Willmott LLP have advised Asker Healthcare Group on its acquisition of Northern-Ireland-headquartered Hospital Services Group Ltd.
Written by
Simon Smith
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Dividing your home contents and personal belongings
Family law
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The division of the contents of the former matrimonial home and personal belongings is often an added complication in what is already a stressful and emotional experience.
Written by
Chris Longbottom
and
Emily Finn
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