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27th February 2025

Do Grandparents Have a Legal Right to See Their Grandchildren?

A frequent question that often arises in family law is whether grandparents have an automatic right to have contact with their grandchildren. Unfortunately, grandparents do not.

Read article by Louise Dawson

Buying Your First Home? A Step-by-Step Guide to the Conveyancing Process

You’ve found a property, made an offer, and it’s been accepted - now it’s time to appoint a solicitor or conveyancer to handle the legal side of your purchase. Trainee Solicitor Estella Fox explains why they a solicitor or conveyancer is needed.

Read article by Estella Fox

24th February 2025

Inheritance Tax Changes: A Challenge for Farmers and Family Businesses

From April 2026, changes to Business Property Relief and Agricultural Property Relief may make passing down family farms and businesses much harder for future generations. Chartered Legal Executive Kate Deathridge explains the changes.

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14th February 2025

The Road to Qualification: My Training Journey at Thomas Flavell & Sons

Zara is a trainee solicitor at TFS having started her training contract in December 2023. She is due to qualify as a solicitor in the Private Client team in June 2025. Her route to qualification as a solicitor has followed the ‘traditional’ path.

Read article by Zara Taylor

11th February 2025

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) Changes: What Homebuyers Need to Know Before April 2025

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax paid when purchasing a property or land in England and Northern Ireland. It applies to both Freehold and Leasehold properties.

Read article by April Ford

4th February 2025

Family Mediation Week (27th Jan - 31st Jan 2025)

This week is Family Mediation Week - an ideal opportunity for anyone considering mediation to find out more about the process and how it can benefit them. The Family Mediation Council has organised a series of webinars which can be viewed free.

Read article by Judith Wheeler

27th January 2025

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