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The statutory legacy on intestacy has increased – What does this actually mean?
New legislation recently brought into force by the government has increased that statutory legacy to £322,000 (previously £270,000) and has also amended the provisions applying as to how a person’s estate is distributed, where they die without a Will.
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What Makes A Trust A Valid Trust?
A trust is used by many individuals to control how their assets are managed either during their lifetime or after their death, depending on what type of trust is created.
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The Who, What, When, Why and How…of EMI Schemes
Enterprise Management Incentive Schemes (“EMIs”) are employee share options that enjoy favourable tax treatment. They are specifically targeted at small, higher-risk trading companies.
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What is Clare’s Law?
Clare’s Law gives you the right to ask about your husband, boyfriend or partner’s background….
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A Guide to Business Contracts
What is the purpose of a business contract? A business contract is a legally enforceable…
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Do I Need A Solicitor For A Lasting Power Of Attorney Or Can I Do It Myself?
How important are LPAs? Do you need to go to a solicitor to draft them…
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What is “Jade’s Law”?
Jade’s Law.
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What Porting A Mortgage Means For My Conveyancing Transaction
“Porting a Mortgage” is a phrase that is becoming increasingly commonplace within conveyancing transactions, but many clients find that they have not been made aware of what this means, and the implications that it can have on your conveyancing transaction in practice.
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Barton –v– Morris – The Importance of Legal Certainty in Commercial Contracts
The case of Barton –v– Morris once again highlighted the importance of achieving a position of legal certainty in commercial contracts.
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Court Changes – The Importance Of Getting It Right
From 14 August 2023 onwards, The County Court Money Claims Centre (previously based in Salford) and the County Court Business Centre (previously based in Northampton) have been replaced by the creation of the Civil National Business Centre at Northampton.
