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The importance of making a Will
It has been widely reported in the news recently that Diego Maradona died without making a Will and his Estate is said to be worth around $75 – $100 million.
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The Legal 500 recognised Commercial Property Team Excel Again
Partner, Tom Warrender, was proud to represent MEZ Management Ltd in their recent commercial property purchase.
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Protected Characteristics Relating To Transgender Employees
There has been a recent case in the Employment Tribunal regarding when someone will be protected under the protected characteristic that is gender reassignment. In the recent case of Taylor v Jaguar Land Rover Ltd it was decided that even where a person describes their gender of non-binary or gender fluid they will still be held to have a protected characteristic if they are in the process of transitioning.
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When, Why and How do you stop a Grant of Probate being issued?
When somebody dies, a representative takes out a ‘Grant of Representation’ (often a Grant of Probate) which gives them authority to deal with all of the deceased person’s assets and liabilities.
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Is There Such A Thing As A “Good Divorce”?
All week we’ve been supporting the Good Divorce campaign, designed to raise awareness of why people getting divorced should choose a Resolution Member to advise them and the real value of taking early advice from a specialist.
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Importance Of A Person Of Significant Control (PCS)
What is a Person of Significant Control and how do you assign one?
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Can You Ignore Your Emotions For The Sake Of A Good Divorce?
Good Divorce Week is an annual campaign that aims to promote practical and constructive ways for separating parents to put the needs of their children first. We believe the process of separating, agreeing finances and child arrangements, should be done in a way that minimises conflict and keeps the best interests of any children at the heart of matters.
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How Can You Sign A Will, If You Are Physically Unable To Sign It?
That may seem a contradictory statement but there may be instances where someone with the (mental) capacity to sign a Will, lacks the physical ability to do so. Bearing in mind that a Will needs to be signed to be valid, this poses some interesting questions.
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Community Infrastructure Levy: Planning Practice Guidance Updated
On 16 November 2020, the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) updated its guidance on the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL).
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More Break Clause Complications For Tenants
If you have a break clause coming up please consider taking specific advice as to exactly what is required.
