Insights 8 January 2018

Family lawyers are not just for January

If you are considering separation or divorce the sooner you contact a family lawyer the more informed you will be about the options available to you

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Insights 19 December 2017

What are the benefits of the new residential nil-rate band?

A new inheritance tax (IHT) allowance increases the value of assets that people can pass on IHT-free

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Insights 27 November 2017

There’s a Simple Procedure for dealing with commercial debt recovery

Simple Procedure was introduced in November 2016 to offer faster and more accessible justice for business disputes including debt recovery actions

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Insights 24 November 2017

Peace and goodwill at Christmas?

If you are separated parents, planning in advance and communicating with each other and your children will help everyone enjoy the festive season

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Insights 10 November 2017

How should an employer handle workplace harassment allegations?

With historic harassment allegations prominent in the media, employers should be aware of the steps they can take to ensure allegations are handled appropriately

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Insights 3 November 2017

Contracts of employment – should they be written or verbal?

There is no legal requirement to provide a written employment contract, it can be verbal or even a mixture of the two, but is there a best practice?

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Insights 16 October 2017

Understanding Legal Rights

When you die, your spouse and your children will automatically be entitled to a share of your estate regardless of whether or not you have a Will

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Insights 20 September 2017

You’ve received inheritance, now what?

If you inherit it may be tempting to purchase extravagantly, however there are some key things you could consider to make the most of your windfall

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Insights 30 August 2017

Money and maintenance: two different approaches by Rachel Roberts

We are delighted to feature an article from Rachel Roberts, Managing Partner at Stowe Family Law, on spousal maintenance following a relationship breakdown

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Insights 28 August 2017

Small print can be critical to pop-up success

The critical ingredients for a successful pop-up bar include a great location, well-mixed refreshments and avoiding some legal pitfalls

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Insights 16 August 2017

The rights of Scottish cohabitees

If you are cohabiting in Scotland and need to make a claim upon separation or the death of your partner, the process may not be as straightforward as you think

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Insights 9 August 2017

Speaking to children about separation or divorce

When parents decide to separate one of the most challenging decisions they will make is how and when to tell their children

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