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Protecting Your Assets When Getting Divorced

7 May 2021

It is normal for anyone facing divorce proceedings to ask themselves or their legal advisors to what extent they can protect assets such as their pension, inheritance or business.

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The Corporate Insolvency & Governance Bill – Further Extension of Temporary Measures, Liability for Wrongful Trading Remains Suspended

23 Apr 2021

Whilst the lockdown measures are gradually being lifted, the various temporary insolvency measures originally set out in the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 (CIGA), have been extended once more.

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The rising importance of virtual assets

22 Apr 2021

HMRC have recently announced that as of May 2021 their Statement of personal assets, Certificate of financial accounts and Certificate of financial cards forms will be amended to include virtual assets.

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Can an Agricultural Tenancy be Inferred from Conduct?

5 Mar 2021

The case of Proctor v Proctor considered whether a tenancy can be inferred from conduct, despite a partial overlap between the persons constituting the landlord and the tenant.

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Residential Conveyancing Guide for First Time Buyers

22 Feb 2021

Buying your first home can be a daunting experience. Getting a handle on what you’re meant to do and when, can feel like a bit of a mountain to climb, especially when you’ve never done it before. We have put together this handy guide on the conveyancing process for first time buyers so that you […]

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Who owns my body when I die?

12 Feb 2021

There are certain people who have a statutory duty to deal with your body on your death, in particular the hospital where you die. The Coroner too can order that a body is retained until investigations are complete. However, the primary duty to dispose of a body is down to the personal representative or the executors.

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How can grandparents see their grandchildren during the ongoing pandemic?

2 Feb 2021

Grandparents can play a significant role in their grandchildren’s lives, often providing vital support to those children’s parents. The ongoing pandemic has unfortunately impacted upon the opportunity for grandchildren to spend time with their grandparents.

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Is your bank liable if you are victim of APP fraud?

21 Jan 2021

App fraud is on the rise. A recent High Court case outlined how banks are not always liable if clients made transfer willingly.

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The Corporate Insolvency & Governance Bill: Further Extension of Temporary Measures, Liability for Wrongful Trading Suspended Once More

7 Jan 2021

Various temporary insolvency measures originally set out in the Corporate Insolvency and Governance Act 2020 (CIGA), have been extended further.

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