Conveyancer Expectations vs Reality – client FAQs answered
Buying or selling a property is often the largest financial transaction of a person’s life and can be a very…
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Can I keep the dog? – who gets the family pet in the divorce?
With times changing, one thing we have seen in family law is the growing importance of family pets, and the…
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The increasing requirement for personal guarantees – what you need to know
A personal guarantee, also known as a director’s guarantee, is where an individual enters into a personal responsibility to comply…
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Co-Parenting tips for a smooth transition when children return to school after separation
Co-parenting after separation needs a lot of thought, planning, and compromise, for the benefit of the children. When children go…
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Easements vs Covenants: A Plain-English Guide
The terminology used in conveyancing is rooted in historical land law. The terms easement and covenant can both be traced…
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Will drafting – AI v Professional legal advice: what to consider
Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) has rapidly become part of everyday life. From drafting emails to answering complex questions, AI can produce…
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The end of upward only rent reviews: what it means for Landlords and Tenants
What is an upward only rent review? A rent review is the mechanism by which a landlord can look to…
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What are the possible repercussions of a long-term separation without a divorce?
It is not uncommon for couples to separate but remain legally married. Ordinarily this arrangement will only be for a…
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Listening to children in court: how their views shape family law outcomes
Often the most significant decision for a child can be made in family proceedings, including where they should live, how…
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Protocol forms: what must sellers disclose?
When selling a property, completing the Law Society Protocol Forms is a key part of the conveyancing process. These forms…
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