Three out of five people in the UK do not have a will in place to set out what happens to their affairs, dependents and assets once they pass, so legal experts are outlining the main reasons why it’s important to organise
Detailed planning permission has been granted for the first phase of the £200m regeneration of the Becketwell area of Derby city centre, with development work to start in late Spring. At a meeting of the Derby City Council planning committee held last
Aristotle Financial Planning is the latest professional services business to take space at Friar Gate Studios, the flagship building of the Connect Derby managed workspace scheme. The company was founded earlier this year by James Wallis, an independent and Chartered Financial Planner
London commuters thinking of moving to a location outside of the capital can look to inside tips from property experts on up-and-coming areas in the East Midlands. Moving further upcountry could save potential homebuyers a considerable amount, whilst being situated less than
Priscilla Hall, head of Clarke Willmott’s national Construction team, shares her thoughts on the firm’s new green energy division. Priscilla will head up the division which has merged Clarke Willmott’s renewable and nuclear energy teams. The Government continues to identify the
Following HSE announcements that they intend to carry out unannounced spot checks on businesses, experts from Leicestershire based engineering health and safety and environmental risk management firm Finch Consulting have combined forces to help businesses avoid fines. By encouraging businesses to ‘Be
With the government announcement of the stamp duty holiday until March 31st 2021, prospective homebuyers can look to these five reasons from conveyancing experts to move whilst the property market is booming. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, home mover or buy to
A series of new law changes have been introduced by the Government in an attempt to balance the interests of landlords and tenants in the wake of the coronavirus crisis. The economic uncertainty of recent months has led to several challenges arising
Following a successful audit of practices and procedures, JMP Solicitors has secured its Lexcel accreditation this month, achieving a rating of ‘excellent’. The Grantham-based law firm was found to be fully Lexcel compliant in the recent major assessment, which takes place every
Families experiencing a change in circumstances can look to suggestions from family law experts whilst going through the difficult process of divorce and separation. Any change in family circumstances needs to be addressed as sensitively and seamlessly as possible to minimise emotional
An expert divorce lawyer has stressed the importance of planning in family businesses following a case in which divorce proceedings impacted on the stability of the business and put the whole family at risk of financial ruin. A recent judgement by Robert
Clarke Willmott LLP has been appointed to serve on a panel of leading housing specialist law firms as part of a £15 million legal services framework agreement. The firm is among a group of law firms named by the Central Housing Investment
Relocation for Regional Law Firm’s Nottingham Office Following a 3 month delay due to the Covid-19, Sills & Betteridge LLP has now opened its doors, with strict distancing measures, at their new premises at 4 George Street, Hockley, Nottingham. The move follows
The landmark ‘No-Fault’ divorce Bill could complete all of its Parliamentary stages this week after receiving a huge backing by MPs in its second reading in the House of Commons. The proposed legislation will overhaul the 50-year-old system and lawyers are now
Lawyers working for steelworkers affected by the British Steel Pension Scheme (BSPS) scandal are celebrating the decision by the FCA to write to the nearly 8000 members affected. National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has represented hundreds of steelworkers since the scandal
Following the latest government advice, homeowners and prospective homebuyers can now get started on the process of buying and selling, as long as guidance from the Ministry of Housing Communities and Local Government is followed. From moving safely, to choosing a
The economic repercussions of the covid-19 crisis are far-reaching with businesses and individuals suffering financially across the UK. For those considering or going through divorce or separation proceedings the financial impact is even greater, with most ending up with less than if
National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP has launched a suite of free online tools to help businesses and individuals prioritise and stay on top of their legal affairs. The CW Legal Hub aims to help users understand what their legal obligations
Andrew Payne will retire as Senior Partner of East Midlands law firm Sills & Betteridge LLP on 31st May 2020 after 42 years of service. He will continue to work for the firm as a Consultant in the Corporate & Commercial department,
With the latest government advice easing lockdown restrictions slightly during the COVID-19 pandemic, families who have separated can look to advice from family law experts about how to ensure child contact arrangements are being adhered to in a time of change.