Answering Frequently Asked Questions About Probate
Administering the estate of someone who has passed away is known as probate. Detailed paperwork, extensive time and expertise are required to complete the process. When it is left to people with little to no experience, it is likely that issues can arise which can be costly. By instructing the support of an experienced legal
Read MoreWhich Structure is Most Suitable For My Business?
Setting up a business is one of the most challenging and overwhelming tasks a person can undertake – if it were easy, everyone would do it! However, when you taste success, the ‘return on investment’ feeling will be like being on cloud 9. Unfortunately, the majority of start-ups fail within the first five years. Whilst
Read MoreWhy You Should Instruct a Solicitor to Assist With Probate
Probate involves dealing with the property, money and possessions a person had at the time of their death. It is a legal process, and doing so is known as estate administration. Estate administration also involves settling any outstanding debts, collecting any owed monies and dividing the assets, finances and property among the beneficiaries (people set
Read MoreA Guide for Small Businesses: The Legal Considerations
Even for small businesses, several legal considerations must be made to ensure you are compliant with the relevant regulatory body(ies) and make the processes easier for yourself in the long run, having set up your company by following the correct principles and procedures. In this article, Jackson Longe’s experienced business law solicitors, based in Richmond,
Read MoreHelp Your Family With Your Will
A Will is one of the most important documents you will make in your lifetime. Although predominantly, the purpose of a Will is to fulfil your wishes and ensure that your assets, finances and possessions are organised and distributed according to your preferences, for most people, this means looking after the people they love when
Read MoreEngland Rent Reform – Abolition of No-Fault Eviction
On 17th May 2023, the UK government revealed plans to abolish “no-fault” evictions in England as a step towards offering increased protections for renters. The Renters’ (Reform) Bill arrives three and a half years after the Government’s election manifesto promised to terminate such practices. Section 21’s, also known as no-fault evictions, currently allows landlords to
Read MoreHow to register Lasting Power of Attorney
Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA) came into effect in 2007 under the Mental Capacity Act 2005 and replaced the former Enduring Powers of Attorney. An LPA allows a person to give someone they trust (their attorney) legal authority to make necessary decisions on their behalf if they lose the mental capacity to do so. Making
Read MoreWhat is conveyancing?
Buying or selling a property can be a highly overwhelming process, particularly if you need clarification on some of the terminology being used or the information being presented. Therefore, it is essential to instruct a conveyancing solicitor that will carefully guide you through the process, keeping you updated and explaining any unfamiliar terminology. Conveyancing, in
Read MoreWhat do I need to know before renting out a property?
As a first-time landlord, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed with the decisions that must be made and the legalities that must be considered. For many people who have not rented a property before, it is common to face issues during or following the termination of the tenancy due to a lack of proper
Read MoreDo I need a solicitor to set up a business in the UK?
As with any life-altering events, including marriage, divorce or making your Will, you may instruct the support of a trusted solicitor. This is just as true when you decide to set up a business. Although it is not a legal requirement to instruct a solicitor when you set up a business, it is something that
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