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2nd August 2024

“The court has directed CAFCASS to prepare a section 7 report. What does that mean?”

Where the court has been asked to determine the arrangements for a child, it can direct CAFCASS (or the local authority in certain circumstances) to prepare a section 7 report.

Read article by Nicola Starbuck

The Conveyancing Olympics!

With the Euros now a distant, and perhaps painful, memory, sporting eyes turn to the 33rd Summer Olympic Games. For the first time since 1924, Paris is to host the games and they will undoubtedly be kickstarted in Parisian style on Friday...

Read article by Mark Hardy

24th July 2024

When England Lose in the Euro 2024 Final: A Humorous Take on the UK Property Market

Ah, the Euro 2024 final. We were all there in spirit, waving our St. George's flags, singing "Three Lions" at the top of our lungs, and dreaming of finally bringing football home. But alas, it was not to be.

Read article by Jamie Connolly

15th July 2024

Making sure you have a "Protected Lease" on your business premises

Clients setting up in business and entering into new leases for their premises should always try and ensure their Landlord does not seek to exclude the protection afforded by the 1954 Landlord and Tenant Act (“the 1954 Act”).

Read article by Chris Stratford

9th July 2024

Inheritance Tax Post-Election

Inheritance Tax (IHT) has long been contentious, and with the general election just a couple of days away, the fate of IHT is in the spotlight, with political parties offering distinct visions on its future.

Read article by Vijay Singh

2nd July 2024

What is Non-Court Dispute Resolution (NCDR)?

In April 2024, the Family Procedure Rules (FPR) were revised to encourage parties to consider non-court dispute resolution (NCDR), among other changes. Head of Family Law, Judith Wheeler explains what this means.

Read article by Judith Wheeler

18th June 2024

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