Renovating a joint property? Here’s what you need to know
If you’re buying a property that needs a little ‘TLC’ (or perhaps a lot!) and…
May 24, 2024 By Eve Hebbron
Alternative Dispute Resolution – what is Early Neutral Evaluation?
This is the sixth article in our Coronavirus and ADR Series, in which we will…
April 29, 2024 By Catherine Mathews
What rights do I have to stay in my partner’s property if they die?
If your partner passes away but you're not married, what rights do you have to…
April 29, 2024 By Stephens Scown
Who owns the highway?
The recent query 'Who Owns Highways' from one of my developer clients has prompted me…
February 29, 2024 By Ben Wheeler
Property Claims – is a verbal agreement binding?
The short answer is no, verbal agreements in relation to property are not binding. This…
February 9, 2024 By Anna Garde-Evans
Severing The Joint Tenancy: Getting It Right
One of the first things any new property lawyer is tasked to do is advise…
October 20, 2023 By Anna Garde-Evans
Stephens Scown celebrates top ranking in independent legal guide
We are thrilled to say that Stephens Scown has once again been highlighted as a…
October 4, 2023 By Stephens Scown
Common Law Marriage – the difference in rights for married and unmarried couples
Do 'common law marriage' rights exist for unmarried couples? People often ask us about the…
September 27, 2023 By Stephens Scown
Properties next to water – Riparian rights and liabilities
Having access to water can be a very valuable right, whether that is to use…
September 27, 2023 By Richard Bagwell
Housing Condition Claims & Social Housing (Regulation) Act 2023
Social landlords have always needed to ensure the reports of any housing condition issues are…
September 26, 2023 By Helen Thomas
Meet The Team – Helen Thomas
In this series, we introduce some of the people that make up Stephens Scown. We…
September 26, 2023 By Helen Thomas
Divorce & Property – how to protect your home if you’re not the legal owner
Getting a divorce can be stressful at the best of times, but when you are…
August 2, 2023 By Stephens Scown