
How to Make a Claim Under the Inheritance Act
Inheritance Act claims have steadily been increasing over recent years. It is now more common to see families made up of second marriages, stepchildren, carers, or cohabiting partners. Consequently, this can lead to misunderstandings over inheritance rights or disputes between beneficiaries. In this post, we look at some of the most frequently asked questions about
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What is contentious probate?
There are different visas depending on where you are from and why you require a visa. The aftermath of losing a loved one is distressing and emotional, which is only worsened by any disputes concerning the distribution of the person’s estate. Contentious probate solicitors assist with resolving these disputes. In recent years, there has been
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How do I apply for a visa?
There are different visas depending on where you are from and why you require a visa. The different types of visas are subject to where you are from, why you want to visit the UK, how long you want to stay in the UK and any relevant personal circumstances or skills you possess. Some people
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Grenfell Tower: New guidance on building safety and cladding
Three years on from the Grenfell Tower Fire and the Hackitt Building a Safer Future report, new laws have been passed. The Fire Safety Act 2021 has been passed, and a Building Safety Bill is being considered by parliament to clarify building safety standards and requirements. Guidance for those buying flats is constantly changing, and
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What is the Global Business Mobility route?
On 11 April 2022, the government launched the Global Business Mobility route designed for overseas companies relocating their staff to the UK and foreign businesses seeking to establish a presence in the UK market. The new scheme replaces a number of existing routes, including the Representative of Overseas Business and Intra-Company Transfer visas, which are
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What you need to know about the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022
On 8 February 2022, the Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act 2022 (LR(GR)A 2022) received Royal Assent. LR(GR)A 2022 aims to restrict the charging of ground rents in new or replacement long leases of individual dwellings. What is ground rent? Ground rent refers to a low or nominal rent that is paid under a long lease
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New Lockdown Government Grants for Businesses
The Government has announced an additional £4.6 billion for businesses in the retail, hospitality and leisure sectors affect by the new lockdown. More than 600,000 eligible businesses will benefit from a one-off cash sum worth up to £9,000 per property, depending on the value of their business. The cash will be provided on a per-property
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Seasons Greetings
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Make Your Move! Buying a Property Post-Pandemic
Are you feeling like it may be a good time for a fresh start in a new home? Did lockdown delay your purchase or sale and now you’re ready to get things moving again? Here at Jackson Longe, we would be delighted to assist you with your property matter! Whether you’re a first- time buyer
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Write Your Will Remotely
Making your Will in this Covid-19 Pandemic, made easy! Has this COVID-19 crisis got you thinking about putting your affairs in order? Jackson Longe Solicitors can help! We have adopted measures to ensure the pandemic doesn’t stop you, whilst keeping you safe by following the guidelines of the Law Society and the government. We thought
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