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Gazumping and gazundering – perils in an uncertain market
Research suggests that nearly a third of recent sellers have […]
What are the options if you believe there is a mistake in a will?
The importance of leaving a will cannot be stressed enough […]
Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors Team proudly supports Headway Milton Keynes
Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors’ Personal Injury team has been actively giving back to […]
What are the options for funding a management buyout?
If you have been presented with an opportunity for a […]
A tenant’s guide to business leases and ‘contracting out’
If you take a lease of business premises, your landlord […]
The information you must provide when selling your home
When selling your home, you may recall the expression ‘buyer […]
Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors announces key promotions and welcomes new talent to the team
Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors, under the leadership of Managing Partner Richard […]
Is your partnership agreement still fit for purpose?
As a business owner in partnership with others, you probably […]
An employer’s guide to taking grievances seriously
Dealing with employee grievances can sometimes seem like a thankless drain on […]
Commercial service charges – a tenant’s guide
Commercial tenants will know that the rent they pay is […]
Wrapping up the administration of an estate after probate
Carrying out the duties of an executor is both a […]
Something missing? Can you challenge a lifetime gift?
Winston Churchill said that ‘We make a living by what […]
The role of NDAs and confidentiality clauses when appointing a new supplier
When appointing a new supplier there is often a dilemma […]
Defending a negligence claim against a property professional
If you are a professional working in the property sector, you […]
Charity premises and land transactions – avoid the traps
Charities enjoy favourable tax status but must follow a range of […]
Distributing the gifts in an estate after probate
When dealing with the administration of an estate, distributing the […]
Buying a property from a mortgagee in possession or a receiver
As mortgage interest rates remain high, more homeowners are struggling […]
Options for dealing with a tenant in arrears with rental payments
As the cost-of-living crisis continues, more and more tenants are […]
When should a lay trustee consult a solicitor?
‘Trusts are typically used to preserve assets for loved ones […]
New rules for flexible working requests from 6 April
The right to request flexible working has been around for […]
Allegations of bullying at work; how should employers respond?
Bullying at work can affect an employee’s work performance and […]
Selling a property quickly to get out of a mortgage
Rising interest rates have dominated the headlines recently, with the […]
What are your rights when a commercial tenant goes bust?
In challenging economic conditions, commercial property landlords must be prepared […]
Promises, promises – when do you have a legally binding contract?
While some business transactions are quick and simple, many involve […]
Documenting short-term occupation for commercial landlords
No commercial landlord wants their property empty. A vacant unit […]
Employers’ guide to dyslexia in the workplace
‘One in ten people are estimated to have dyslexia according […]
Top tips for preparing to sell your commercial property
In a bumpy market, it pays to be well-prepared before […]
Joint ventures – choosing the right structure and whether to incorporate
As a business owner preparing for a joint venture, you […]
Controlling business risk with indemnities and limited liability clauses
Indemnities and limited liability clauses are often the most negotiated […]
Relocation: navigating the risks and pitfalls for employers
Due to changes in ways of working since the pandemic […]
Selling property if you are a residential landlord
With the Renters Reform Bill aiming to strengthen tenants’ rights, […]
Solar panels – generating electricity on your commercial building
Commercial landlords are increasingly keen to show that their buildings […]
Smooth sailing on sale of Boxx Communications to Focus Group
‘Helping the co-founders Dean Burgin and James Green to sell […]
Could your digital art or crypto assets be lost to obscurity?
Part of the success of TV shows like the BBC […]
Avoiding problems with easements on commercial land
If a neighbouring landowner uses part of your land for […]
Talking ‘off the record’ and settlement agreements
‘Using a settlement agreement to bring an employment relationship to […]
Options for enforcing a judgment for payment
‘Obtaining a court judgment for payment from a debtor can […]
Avoiding common problems with beneficiaries
Whether the beneficiary of an estate is entitled to inherit […]
