Topic: Help
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What are the practical issues with Leasehold property?
June 19th, 2013 by Rebecca Gunn - Residential ConveyancingFlats and apartments are typically leasehold, and in recent years we are seeing a growing number of new build houses being sold as leasehold properties. These are some of the common issues relevant to any leasehold property: 1. Description of the property: The exact extent of the property will be set out in the lease,… Learn more
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When child contact breaks down
June 14th, 2013 by Faye Williamson - Family LawIn the best situations everyone hopes that the separation of their parents will have the least possible effect on the children and their ongoing relationship with both mother and father. Despite the breakdown of their personal relationship parents are supposed to put that aside and help the children keep in contact. This can be very… Learn more
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Should I have a pre-nup?
June 13th, 2013 by Faye Williamson - Family LawA prenuptial is a formal agreement entered into by a couple before they get married. It secures what they have agreed will happen to any assets in the case of a divorce. Both parties can agree that the wealthier partner does not suffer a 50% loss of assets. This is especially good to have if… Learn more
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How do I change my name?
June 13th, 2013 by Faye Williamson - Family LawYour name can be changed at any point in your life, for any reason, provided it is not to defraud or deceive another person. To change a name, there is not a legal procedure to follow; you simply just start by using your new name. Forenames and surnames can be changed, along with the adding… Learn more
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Gifting money to charity in your Will
May 31st, 2013 by Emma Fuller - Wills, Probate and LPAWith the great EHL and LOROS marathon cycle ride from Leicester to Skegness less than 24 hours away please do not hesitate to use the link on our website to sponsor our intrepid team. They’ve all been burning up the roads in training for this 86 mile endurance event. I’m sure they will all be… Learn more
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Should I buy a Leasehold or Freehold property?
May 30th, 2013 by Rebecca Gunn - Residential ConveyancingIn English property law there are two main estates in land, Leasehold and Freehold. Many people are confused as to the distinction between the two and worry that if they are buying a Leasehold property that their rights are somehow less than that if they were buying a Freehold property. When you buy a Freehold… Learn more
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What happens if I buy a house with my partner before we are married?
May 29th, 2013 by Rebecca Gunn - Residential ConveyancingWe see a large proportion of first time buyers who are not (yet) married, which throws up some interesting legal points for them. When setting up home with a partner we suggest that clients consider the points below, and have an open discussion about their intentions for the future: 1. Owning the property in joint names:… Learn more
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I have obtained a county court judgment against a debtor and he hasn’t paid, how can I get the money?
May 28th, 2013 by Paul Stubbs - LitigationWe are contacted by many people who have successfully obtained a county court judgment but the debtor simply will not pay. The most common question we are asked is ‘how can I get the money?’ The good news is that there are many options available. This is known as ‘enforcement’ of the judgment. It is… Learn more
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What should I do before I sign an employment contract?
April 29th, 2013 by Andrew Robinson - Employment LawBeing offered a new job is for most people the end of a long road. With soaring unemployment levels and minimal growth on the economy many people are looking for work and when they are offered a job can be tempted to take it without quibbling over the terms. This is understandable but if you’ve… Learn more
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What do the changes to child maintanence mean for you and your children?
April 26th, 2013 by Faye Williamson - Family LawIn December 2012 there were changes made to the definition of a qualifying child. A qualifying child is a child that maintenance must be paid for. Previously to December 2012 a qualifying child was one who was under 16, or under 19 and still in full time education (not higher than A-level equivalent). The… Learn more
