Updates
We have just had an interesting discussion here in the office about an article we have read, discussing Simon Cowell and the legacy he will be leaving. Simon Cowell...
The United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) recently published a report warning of devastating consequences to the world if climate warming is not kept limited to 1.5 °C....
The new system launches at 10:00am on 6 April 2022 The old online system will stop accepting current fault-based divorces from 4:01pm on 31 March Any urgent applications, and we...
The hit ITV Drama “Our House”, has highlighted the importance of registering for a free service provided by HM land registry to protect yourself. ……………Fi (Tuppence Middleton) returns home from...
What Do We Know Now? Following on from Mark Chapman’s articles of June 2020, we can now provide some more “flesh on the bones” about what the new no fault...
If you are dealing with an application for a Grant of Probate or Letters of Administration, it is important to be aware of some significant changes to requirements when reporting...
In light of the uncertainty for businesses during the current Covid-19 pandemic, many tenants may seek to end the leases of their premises early by exercising the right to break...
It is well known that the drinks and hospitality sectors were, and remain, amongst the hardest hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. Some businesses have, sadly, not surviving and, even now,...
From October 2023 there will be a lifetime cap where people will not have to fund their own care after paying an initial £86,000. Is it as good as it sounds?
Before agreeing terms for a new lease you should be aware of some of the hidden costs which the landlord’s agent may not necessarily inform you of.
As part of the modernising of our business, we are pleased to announce that as of 1st May 2021 the legal services we offer will be provided through a limited company known as Clarke & Son Solicitors Limited.
My Company has Model Articles as adopted on incorporation: should I consider a new set of bespoke rules? Model Articles are often the default choice when incorporating a company. When...
The rights of a shareholder depend on the rights attaching to their shares under the company’s articles of association, the Companies Act 2006 and any terms given to that class...
FILING AT COMPANIES HOUSE: THE SOMETIMES-OVERLOOKED STEP IN THE RUNNING OF A CORPORATE ENTITY Limited companies within the United Kingdom are registered at Companies House. If you are a Director...
Not filing your accounts on time will enable Companies House to dissolve your company by compulsory strike off, along with imposing a late filing fine. In light of the issue’s...
In these uncertain times tenants may be looking at their leases to see whether or not they have a right to terminate early. The lease must be examined in order...
In employment law, a settlement agreement is an agreement whereby a current or former employee or worker agrees to waive or settle a claim (or, all possible claims) against the...
Question My marriage has come to an end but I am not ready for a divorce, what can I do? Answer Farah Khalid, Family Law Solicitor, replies: Some spouses may...
We have all experienced the after effects of Storm Ciara and Storm Dennis. Both building and contents insurance usually cover an individual’s property against storm damage. You are likely to...
When committing to the acquisition of assets or shares in a company, it is important to ensure you have undertaken a full investigation so that any hidden liabilities, losses or...
If you buy a freehold property you become the absolute owner of that property and have the freedom to deal with it as you wish and generally no further payments...
What are statutory books? A company’s statutory books contain documents it must keep (under the provisions of the Companies Act 2006), as a record setting out the important aspects of...
Last Wednesday was “World Kindness Day”. This isn’t necessarily anything that should be ‘new’ to us, as those that wish to be kind and considerate will do so all year...
Introduction In this note we shall look at the law on electronic signatures and when electronic signatures can currently be used. On 4 September 2019 the Law Commission published a...
Changing permitted uses: office blocks today, apartments tomorrow? With the rise of online shopping and decreasing demand for large office space, these are trying times for our high streets and...
We often hear that we are living in a society where many are living to an older age. Couples divorce or separate, some remarry and the family tree is often...
Issuing Shares As part of our series, Guidance for Directors, please find below a quick summary outlining key legislation governing this area of Company Law and the process that the...
The Purpose of a Settlement Agreement In employment law, a settlement agreement is an agreement whereby a current or former employee or worker agrees to waive or settle a claim...
The Law Society Gazette referring to a survey by the Employment Lawyers Association (ELA) has highlighted delays in the Employment Tribunal where delays of several months are occurring and there are...
At a time when we are growing to a greater age than ever before, the benefit of having Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) is increasingly important, not just because of...
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