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Challenging a gift to charity made in a Will
Finding out that your loved one has decided to leave […]
What employers need to know about hidden disabilities
Have you ever spotted someone wearing a lanyard with a […]
Could a trade mark protect your business on social media?
While social media can be hugely beneficial for many businesses, […]
Probate and avoiding problems with chattels
While financial assets can be divided relatively easily when settling […]
Buying your first commercial property
Many would-be investors are drawn to commercial property. Even in […]
Employee benefits; pitfalls to avoid
Employee recruitment and retention remains challenging for employers and offering […]
Buying shares in a company – what to look out for
Investment in another company may be part of your business […]
Renters Reform Bill: what does it mean for landlords?
The UK Government has announced radical plans to overhaul the […]
Business planning and the importance of making a will
A will is an important part of everybody’s legal planning […]
Key time limits for debt recovery claims
Every business will experience problems with late or non-payers at […]
Passing on royalties after you die
Royalty payments are often earned from creative activities such as […]
Claiming compensation for negligent financial advice
Sometimes we need to make a financial decision that is […]
Breach of the duty of good faith: options for directors
‘With great power comes great responsibility.’ This is an old […]
Our employers’ guide to Christmas party fallout
Christmas parties are a great chance for employees to have […]
Accidents in a care home: residents and visitors
Nearly half a million people were living in care homes […]
Key lease negotiation points for landlords
Whether negotiating a new commercial lease, or renegotiating an existing […]
Legal steps to consider when diagnosed with a life-limiting illness
On top of the heartbreak and worry that a diagnosis […]
Employee monitoring; an employer’s guide
Recent advances in technology mean that there are now numerous […]
Negotiating a senior executive package
Recruiting the right senior executive can be an immense benefit […]
Could your business benefit from a business angel?
Early-stage businesses often struggle to secure cost-effective funding, but sometimes […]
When to instruct a solicitor to collect a business debt
According to the Federation of Small Businesses, approximately 50,000 commercial […]
Building Safety Act 2022 – impact on developers, contractors and landlords
The Building Safety Act 2022 is the Government’s response to […]
Why you need clarity on dates and time limits in commercial contracts
Have you ever signed a contract which seemed to be […]
Summer 2022, employment law update
This year’s Queen’s Speech was surprisingly light on employment law […]
Letting your tenant go: consenting to assignment and underletting
If you are a landlord of commercial property, you will […]
Reporting an estate’s value for inheritance tax
Acting as an executor means that you are responsible for […]
Liability of individual partners for partnership debts
Running a business through a traditional partnership has many advantages, […]
Legal considerations if you are tempted to buy a holiday home
Summer is around the corner, and it is not uncommon […]
Redeveloping commercial property around your tenant
Redeveloping parts of a building in your portfolio, to create […]
Can I put a condition on a gift in my will?
Deciding who should inherit from you in your will, how […]
Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors announces promotions
Geoffrey Leaver Solicitors announce the promotions of Ivone Joaquim, Danielle […]
Planning your legacy through charitable giving in your will
There are many reasons why someone might choose to leave […]
Inheritance rights of children born outside of marriage
According to the Office for National Statistics, nearly as many […]
Commercial property, green space, and The Queen’s Green Canopy
From individual landowners to corporate developers, everyone is being encouraged […]
Restrictive covenants and development sites
Even the most promising development can be knocked off course […]
