Options for the Family Business upon Divorce
The breakdown of a marriage is always difficult but it can be particularly difficult if…
April 11, 2019 By Harriet Wigmore
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FREEZE – that’s an order!
It has been recently reported that the wife of a Russian Billionaire is fighting to…
April 3, 2019 By Kai Whicker
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Bank of mum and dad: Have you helped your son or daughter to purchase a property?
The 'Bank of Mum and Dad' is becoming more commonplace, with parents increasingly helping their…
March 26, 2019 By Holly Bryan
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Uncertainty in contract terms
A recent decision by the Supreme Court has resulted in a contract with a missing…
March 20, 2019 By Catherine Mathews
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Dealing with resignations made in the ‘heat of the moment’ – how to avoid getting burnt
As a general rule of thumb, an employee who has resigned from their job cannot…
March 19, 2019 By Nicole Ross
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Builders and consultants take heed – the Defective Premises Act applies to you!
If you are a builder or professional involved in the construction of new houses then…
March 14, 2019 By Sian Barrett
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When is a village green not a village green?
When you think of a village green, what comes to mind? Cricket matches on freshly…
February 21, 2019 By Richard Bagwell
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Properties next to water – Riparian rights and liabilities
Having access to water can be a very valuable right, whether that is to use…
February 20, 2019 By Richard Bagwell
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Client demand leads to expansion of disputes team
Following an increase in demand for its services Stephens Scown’s dispute resolution team in Cornwall…
February 19, 2019 By Stephens Scown
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My parent has a new partner – will this affect my inheritance?
When your parent meets someone new, this is often followed by relief that they have…
February 14, 2019 By Holly Bryan
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Recovering your legal costs on the Small Claims Track
The courts have a three tier track system to separate claims according to their value.…
February 6, 2019 By Laura Britton
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Will your children really inherit your Estate? Child’s inheritance deferred for parent’s unmarried partner’s benefit.
The High Court has awarded an elderly gentleman a life interest in his late wife’s…
February 4, 2019 By Holly Bryan